Avalanche Struggle Without Makar in Western Conference Final The Colorado Avalanche suffered a setback in the Western Conference Final, falling 3-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 on Friday at Ball Arena. The absence of star defenseman Cale Makar, who remains out of the lineup, was a significant factor in the team's loss. The Avalanche will be looking to bounce back and even the series in Game 3, but their chances of doing so without Makar's crucial contributions are uncertain. The Golden Knights, meanwhile, are one step closer to advancing to the Stanley Cup Final.
DENVER -- Cale Makar remained out of the lineup for the Colorado Avalanche in a 3-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of the Western Conference Final at Ball Arena on Friday.
