Landeskog scored a goal on two shots, added two PIM and doled out three hits in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. Landeskog scored in three of four games in this series, accounting for nearly half of the Avalanche's seven goals. The captain's efforts weren't enough as his team went down in a sweep. He put up a total of six goals, five assists, 37 shots on net, 40 hits, 14 PIM and a plus-4 rating over 13 outings this postseason.
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| CENTERS | Shoots | HT | WT | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Zakhar Bardakov 93
|
L | 6'2" | 198 | 24 |
|
Gavin Brindley 54
|
R | 5'8" | 173 | 21 |
Ross Colton 20
|
L | 6'0" | 194 | 29 |
Jack Drury 18
|
L | 5'11" | 186 | 25 |
|
Ivan Ivan 82
|
L | 6'0" | 190 | 23 |
Parker Kelly 17
|
L | 6'1" | 185 | 26 |
Nathan MacKinnon 29
|
R | 6'0" | 200 | 30 |
|
Jayson Megna 12
|
R | 6'1" | 195 | 35 |
Martin Necas 88
|
R | 6'3" | 195 | 26 |
Brock Nelson 11
|
L | 6'4" | 205 | 34 |
Juuso Parssinen 71
|
L | 6'3" | 207 | 24 |
| LEFT WINGS | Shoots | HT | WT | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Joel Kiviranta 94
|
L | 5'11" | 185 | 29 |
Gabriel Landeskog 92
|
L | 6'1" | 215 | 33 |
Artturi Lehkonen 62
|
L | 5'11" | 179 | 30 |
Jimmy Vesey 26
|
L | 6'2" | 203 | 32 |
| RIGHT WINGS | Shoots | HT | WT | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Valeri Nichushkin 13
|
L | 6'4" | 210 | 30 |
Logan O'Connor 25
IR
|
R | 6'0" | 175 | 29 |
Victor Olofsson 95
|
L | 5'11" | 180 | 30 |
| DEFENSE | Shoots | HT | WT | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Brent Burns 84
|
R | 6'5" | 228 | 40 |
Samuel Girard 49
|
L | 5'10" | 170 | 27 |
Cale Makar 8
|
R | 6'0" | 187 | 27 |
Sam Malinski 70
|
R | 5'11" | 190 | 27 |
Josh Manson 42
|
R | 6'3" | 218 | 34 |
Tucker Poolman
IR
|
R | 6'2" | 199 | 32 |
Ilya Solovyov 28
|
L | 6'3" | 208 | 25 |
Devon Toews 7
|
L | 6'1" | 191 | 31 |
| GOALIES | Shoots | HT | WT | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mackenzie Blackwood 39
IR
|
L | 6'4" | 225 | 29 |
Scott Wedgewood 41
|
L | 6'2" | 201 | 33 |
Landeskog scored a goal on two shots, added two PIM and doled out three hits in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. Landeskog scored in three of four games in this series, accounting for nearly half of the Avalanche's seven goals. The captain's efforts weren't enough as his team went down in a sweep. He put up a total of six goals, five assists, 37 shots on net, 40 hits, 14 PIM and a plus-4 rating over 13 outings this postseason.
Blackwood stopped 24 of 26 shots in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. Blackwood put in a good performance, but the Avalanche's offense didn't give enough support in the season-ending loss. Blackwood ended up allowing eight goals on 73 shots over four playoff outings while most often playing second fiddle to Scott Wedgewood. Both goalies are under contract for next year, which may lead to a tandem approach in the Colorado crease once again if they play at a level similar to the one they displayed in 2025-26.
Nichushkin (lower body) will not play Tuesday in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals versus the Golden Knights, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports. Nichushkin didn't take the ice for warmups, indicating he'll be out in a must-win game for the Avalanche. If they're able to extend the series, Nichushkin will be questionable to play at home in Game 5 on Thursday.
Nichushkin (lower body) is questionable for Game 4 in Vegas on Tuesday, per Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette. If Nichushkin is unable to suit up for Game 4, Joel Kiviranta will likely come into the lineup, but the Avalanche could also elect to roll with 11 forwards and seven defensemen. While Nichushkin is set to be a game-time call Tuesday, Nathan MacKinnon (lower body) is set to be in the lineup for a must-win game. The 31-year-old Nichushkin has been cold lately, accounting for just one goal and a minus-1 rating across Colorado's last six games.
MacKinnon (lower body) will play against Vegas on Tuesday in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports. MacKinnon had one assist, five shots on net, two hits and one blocked shot in Sunday's 5-3 loss to Vegas in Game 3. He sustained the injury in the second period of Sunday's defeat, but managed to stay in the game. Even though he probably isn't fully healthy, he could still make an impact. Colorado needs to win in Game 4 to stay alive in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Blackwood is expected to defend the road net against Vegas on Tuesday in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, according to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette. Blackwood made three appearances in Colorado's second-round series against Minnesota, surrendering six goals on 47 shots en route to a 1-0 record. Scott Wedgewood has struggled in three playoff defeats versus Vegas, allowing nine goals on 73 shots. As a result, the Avalanche will turn to Blackwood in an attempt to stave off elimination and force Game 5 back in Colorado on Thursday. The Golden Knights have amassed 3.73 goals per game this postseason.
Nichushkin underwent treatment Monday for a lower-body injury, Eric Francis of Sportsnet reports. There was no update on Nichushkin's status from the Avalanche, but the team should know more ahead of Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday. He logged only 8:34 of ice time in Sunday's 5-3 loss to Vegas in Game 3. Nichushkin has contributed two goals, two assists, 19 shots on net and 17 hits in 12 appearances this postseason.
MacKinnon (lower body) is undergoing evaluations and treatments, according to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette on Monday. MacKinnon sustained the injury in the second period of Sunday's 5-3 loss to Vegas in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. Despite clearly not being fully healthy, he managed to finish the game. It's unclear if he will play in Tuesday's must-win matchup, but an update on his status could come during Colorado's pregame media availability. The Avalanche face a challenging situation with a 3-0 series deficit, and MacKinnon's injury may further impede their chances of a comeback.