The Colorado Avalanche fell to the Dallas Stars in a hard-fought shootout victory at Ball Arena, with Gabriel Landeskog and Brock Nelson delivering key goals for the home team. Nazem Kadri contributed two assists in the effort, though the extra period ultimately decided the outcome. The loss marks another late-game setback for Colorado, where shootout performance has proven decisive in recent contests. Fans will be left wondering how the Avalanche can tighten up in high-pressure situations after another narrow defeat.

The Avalanche lost 3-2 in a shootout to the Dallas Stars at Ball Arena on Wednesday. Gabriel Landeskog and Brock Nelson scored for Colorado while Nazem Kadri posted two assists. In net for Colorado, ...