Brindley Clinches in OT, MacKinnon Shines as Avalanche Defeat Canucks 5-4
In a thrilling overtime showdown, Gavin Brindley scored at 1:08, leading the Colorado Avalanche to a 5-4 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. This game, held in Vancouver, showcased exceptional performances, notably from Nathan MacKinnon, who tallied two goals and three assists.
Game Highlights
- Final Score: Avalanche 5, Canucks 4 (OT)
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
- Overtime: Brindley’s decisive goal came in the first minute of overtime.
Key Players
- Nathan MacKinnon: 2 goals, 3 assists – leads the NHL scoring with 29 points this season.
- Artturi Lehkonen: Scored twice and demonstrated strong offensive skills.
- Gavin Brindley: Scored the overtime winner, securing the game for Colorado.
- Mackenzie Blackwood: Stopped 29 shots for the Avalanche.
- Kevin Lankinen: Made 27 saves for the Canucks.
Scoring Breakdown
- 1st Period:
- MacKinnon opened the scoring at 6:41.
- MacKinnon added another at 8:10 on a power play.
- Karlsson pulled Vancouver within one at 8:13.
- 2nd Period:
- Sherwood tied the game 2-2 at 1:44.
- 3rd Period:
- Lehkonen put Colorado ahead 3-2 at 0:28.
- O’Connor tied it 3-3 with a shorthanded goal at 7:26.
- Lehkonen scored again, making it 4-3 at 9:47.
- DeBrusk equalized with a power play goal at 16:59, finalizing regulation at 4-4.
Upcoming Schedule
Next, the Avalanche will host the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday, starting a four-game homestand. Meanwhile, the Canucks are set to face the Winnipeg Jets in their next matchup.
This victory marked the Avalanche’s third consecutive win, extending their unbeaten streak to 5-0-2. The combination of MacKinnon’s leadership and key contributions from teammates like Brindley and Lehkonen demonstrates Colorado’s robust offense moving forward.
