NHL Playoffs Heats Up: Avalanche Stun Wild in Thrilling Game 1 The Colorado Avalanche kicked off their playoff series against the Minnesota Wild in dramatic fashion, securing a 9-6 win in a wildly unpredictable Game 1. A major storyline emerged as star defenseman Cale Makar made his highly anticipated return from injury, and he made a statement by scoring twice in the game. Makar's impressive performance was just one of many highlights in a game that saw both teams combine for 15 goals and a total of 85 shots on goal. The Avalanche's victory sets the stage for an intriguing series, and fans are eager to see how the Wild will respond to the early setback.
Cale Makar returns from injury, scores twice as Avalanche outlast Wild 9-6 in wacky Game 1 ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4
