Avalanche tops Oilers 5-4, MacKinnon, Makar shine

The Colorado Avalanche recently showcased their strength by defeating the Edmonton Oilers 5-4, with Nathan MacKinnon contributing a four-point night and Cale Makar scoring twice. This victory positions the Avalanche favorably for the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs, as they currently hold the first wild-card spot but aim to improve their standing in the Central Division. In a previous match against the Calgary Flames, MacKinnon regained the NHL points lead with three assists, while Makar reached his 20th goal of the season, becoming the first defenseman to do so this year. Martin Necas also played a crucial role, scoring twice against Calgary. The Avalanche are now focused on maintaining their momentum as they prepare for a critical matchup against the Oilers. The performance of both MacKinnon and Makar is pivotal as the team looks to secure a more advantageous playoff position.