Avalanche Defeat Hurricanes, Snap Win Streak

The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 6-4, ending Carolina's eight-game winning streak. Nathan MacKinnon led the Avalanche with a goal and three assists, while Mikko Rantanen contributed two goals and an assist. Carolina initially took a 3-2 lead, but a flurry of goals from Colorado in the second period, including a pivotal short-handed goal from Cale Makar, turned the tide. The Hurricanes struggled defensively, allowing five goals in the second period alone, a stark contrast to their previous defensive performance this season. Spencer Martin, in his first start, recorded 23 saves but was unable to secure a win for Carolina. The Avalanche's victory marks a significant turnaround after a frustrating loss to Winnipeg earlier in the week.