NHL picks: Golden Knights aim to complete stunning four-game sweep of Avalanche in Western Conference Final
The Colorado Avalanche are facing a potential sweep by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. With Nathan MacKinnon's status uncertain due to a knee injury, the Avalanche are struggling to maintain their momentum after a strong start in Game 3. The Golden Knights, having rallied back in the same game, are now just one win away from their third Stanley Cup Final appearance in franchise history.
- ▪The Avalanche lost the first two games at home and are now at risk of being swept.
- ▪Nathan MacKinnon suffered a knee injury during Game 3, raising concerns about his availability for Game 4.
- ▪The Golden Knights have a strong postseason record and are favored to win Game 4 despite the Avalanche being listed as slight favorites.
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The Presidents' Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche hoped to turn the tide in the 2026 Western Conference Final after losing the first two games at home with the return of two-time Norris Trophy winner Cale Makar and for 20 minutes in Game 3, it appeared they did. But the wheels came off after that, and now they must attempt to avoid being swept with the possibility of being without their Hart Trophy finalist.With Nathan MacKinnon's status uncertain due to an apparent knee injury, the Avalanche look to extend the series when they visit the Vegas Golden Knights for Game 4 at T-Mobile Arena on Tuesday.
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