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Landeskog Scores First Goal in Nearly Three Years as Avalanche Tie Series

Colorado captain Gabriel Landeskog's return from a groundbreaking knee surgery fuels a 4-0 Game 4 win over Dallas, evening the first-round playoff series at 2-2.

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Mar 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA;  First star of the game Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) following win over the Dallas Stars at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Gabriel Landeskog scored his first NHL goal since June 2022, giving the Avalanche a 3-0 lead in their commanding Game 4 victory over the Stars.
  • The Avalanche tied the series 2-2 with the 4-0 win in Denver, powered by strong performances from Nathan MacKinnon, Logan O’Connor, and Samuel Girard.
  • Landeskog returned to playoff action in Game 3 after missing three seasons due to a chronic knee injury that required a pioneering cartilage transplant in May 2023.
  • The captain's goal and assist in Game 4 were met with emotional celebrations from teammates and fans, reigniting memories of the 2022 Stanley Cup run.
  • The series now moves to Dallas for Game 5 on Monday, with both teams vying for momentum in what has become a tightly contested matchup.