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Avalanche Soar to Top of NHL Standings Despite Injury Concerns, Face Canucks Tonight

DENVER, CO – The Colorado Avalanche are off to a blistering start to the 2023-24 NHL season, currently holding the top spot in the league with a 9-1-5 record. Fresh off a dominant 9-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, the Avs boast a league-leading 59 goals scored and an NHL-best 2.4 goals-against per game.

Key players are performing at an elite level. Nathan MacKinnon is tied for the league lead in both goals (12) and points (24), while Cale Makar leads all defensemen in points by a significant margin. Goaltender Scott Wedgewood has also been a standout, leading the NHL in wins with nine.

Despite their overall success, the Avalanche are still working on a few areas. Their power play is currently struggling, and they hold a winless record in overtime and shootouts. However, the team remains confident in their ability to improve in these areas.

Injuries are always a factor, as they are with every NHL team, and news of recalls and potential lineup changes are ongoing. This game will see the Avalanche facing the Vancouver Canucks (8-8-0) tonight, who are struggling to find consistency. Mackenzie Blackwood is expected to get the start in goal for Colorado, making just his second appearance of the season as he regains his form after missing training camp and the preseason.

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