Avalanche Crush Kraken, Extend Win Streak

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The Colorado Avalanche rolled to a 5-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night at Climate Pledge Arena.

Nate de McKinnon led the way with one goal and three assists for four points total.

Martin Neckas added a goal and an assist, while Devon Toes picked up two helpers.

Scott Wedgewood made 28 saves and net for Colorado.

The Avalanche jumped out early, scoring three times in the first period to chase Seattle starter, Joey Dackord.

Philip Gruebauer came in for relief, but couldn't stop the bleeding as Colorado pulled away.

Riker Evans tallied the Kraken's lone goal on a short-handed break.

Nazine Coddry marked a big moment with his first goal since returning to the Avalanche in a trade from the Calgary Flames before the deadline.

He tipped home a shot late in the second period to make it 4-1.

Joel Keyvaranta sealed the win with a third-period tally.

This win boosts Colorado to 44 wins, 11 losses, and 9 overtime losses, marking their six victory in the last seven games.

Fans are buzzing about the team's hot streak heading into the stretch run.

Meanwhile, Seattle has now dropped four straight, sitting at 29 wins, 26 losses, and 9 overtime losses.

The Kraken will look to bounce back soon as both teams push through a busy schedule.

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