Valeri Nichushkin's two-goal performance led the Colorado Avalanche to a 5-4 overtime victory against the New York Islanders. Nichushkin's standout performance included a game-tying goal and an assist. This win was part of the Avalanche's dominant season, with the team maintaining a strong position in the league. The San Jose Sharks faced another loss against the Avalanche, this time in a 3-1 defeat in Denver's Ball Arena. Despite the Sharks' strong effort in the game, the Avalanche was ultimately victorious, and Mikko Rantanen and Josh Manson also scored. Alexandar Georgiev was solid in goal for Colorado, stopping 10 shots. Nathan MacKinnon's ongoing impressive performance has kept the Avalanche at the top of their game, making him the player with the most points in the NHL in 2023.