Colorado Avalanche fans were dealt a blow as defenseman Cale Makar sat out the team's 4-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final. The 24-year-old star defenseman is considered a key player for the Avalanche, known for his exceptional speed, skill, and playmaking abilities. Makar's absence was a significant loss for the team, which struggled to contain the Golden Knights' potent offense. The Avalanche will be looking to bounce back in Game 2 and even the series, but Makar's status for the next game remains uncertain.


Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar misses 4-2 loss to Vegas in opener of Western Conference Final  WKMG