Rantanen's Hat Trick Powers Avalanche to Victory Over Kings
Colorado Avalanche's Mikko Rantanen scored three goals to secure a 4-2 win against the Los Angeles Kings, marking his ninth career hat trick.
- Mikko Rantanen's hat trick included a crucial go-ahead goal in the third period, solidifying the Avalanche's comeback victory.
- Nathan MacKinnon contributed three assists, extending his NHL scoring lead and maintaining a point streak in nearly every game this season.
- The Avalanche's defense was formidable, holding the Kings to zero shots on goal during the second period.
- Colorado's power play struggled, failing to generate shots during their first three man-advantages, despite the win.
- Valeri Nichushkin is set to return from suspension, with Jonathan Drouin and Miles Wood also expected back, boosting the Avalanche's lineup.