MacKinnon power-play goal lifts Avalanche past Kings

Final ends 8-4 after late push

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

Nathan MacKinnon comes in clutch for the @Avalanche on the powerplay!! 🤩 #NHLFaceOff 📺: @NHL_On_TNT & @streamonmax Via @NHL on X

What happened: Nathan MacKinnon scored on the power play for Colorado. The game finished final with Los Angeles Kings 4, Colorado Avalanche 8.

Why it matters: The power-play conversion gave Colorado separation in a high-scoring final. The late margin left Los Angeles chasing after Colorado pulled away.

What to watch: Colorado carries the result into its next outing.

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@NHL 2026-10-01T11:35:02.779170+00:00

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