Avalanche Crush Oilers 9-1 in Dominant Performance

EDMONTON, Alberta — The Colorado Avalanche delivered a dominating performance against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night, winning 9-1 at Rogers Place. The Avalanche now boast a record of 9-1-5, positioning them at the top of the Western Conference.

This game featured standout performances from several Avalanche players. Cale Makar and Parker Kelly each scored two goals, while Nathan MacKinnon contributed two goals and two assists, marking his fourth point of the night. Jack Drury also netted two goals, and Gavin Brindley added one more to the total.

The Avalanche controlled the game from start to finish, leaving the Oilers struggling defensively. Edmonton fell to 6-6-4, suffering their third consecutive loss. Connor McDavid provided the Oilers’ only goal, scoring during a power play in the second period.

MacKinnon’s performance was historic as it marked his 700th even-strength point, making him the second player in franchise history to reach that milestone, joining Joe Sakic. The Avalanche had eight players with multi-point games, showcasing their offensive depth.

Scott Wedgewood, the Avalanche’s goaltender, made 23 saves and played a crucial role in maintaining the Avalanche’s lead, stifling the Oilers’ efforts to mount a comeback. The game was characterized by a robust offensive attack and solid defensive play from Colorado, who is allowing just 2.40 goals per game, the fewest in the league.

The Avalanche’s offensive spree was notable, as this marked their first nine-goal game since April 2022. The team will look to maintain their momentum as they prepare to face the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday.