Avalanche rallies past Golden Knights, 3-2, in shootout

The Colorado Avalanche secured a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in a shootout, with Charlie Coyle scoring the decisive goal. After trailing 2-0, Colorado rallied with goals from Valeri Nichushkin and Jimmy Vesey to tie the game. Goaltender Scott Wedgewood made 19 saves during regulation and overtime, while Akira Schmid stopped 34 shots for Vegas. The Golden Knights, missing key players including leading scorer Jack Eichel, scored first with a shorthanded goal from William Karlsson and a second from Brayden McNabb. This win marked Colorado's 23rd comeback of the season, contributing to their fourth consecutive season of reaching 100 points. The Avalanche will host Vancouver in their home finale, while the Golden Knights prepare to face Seattle.