What happened: The breakthrough finish became a brace before the night was over. That performance also earned HCA HealthONE Children's Hospital Man of the Match honors in #COLvSEA.

Why it matters: A first goal followed by a second in the same match is a meaningful attacking boost for the stretch run. It suggests a new scoring option may be settling in quickly rather than contributing only in flashes.

What to watch: The next match will show whether the finishing carries over after the breakthrough. Another prominent role would further define how quickly that spot is growing.