Colorado Avalanche Prepare to Face San Jose Sharks in November Showdown
The Colorado Avalanche are gearing up for their fourth matinee game in a week as they prepare to take on the San Jose Sharks in their first matchup of November. The Avalanche secured a 4-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in their last game, with Martin Nečas leading the charge with his eighth goal of the season. The team currently holds the best record in the NHL with just one regulation loss so far this season.
However, the victory over Vegas came at a cost as Gavin Brindley suffered a high hit and did not finish the game. Taylor Makar was recalled from the Colorado Eagles as a potential replacement. The Avalanche are considering resting Brindley given their upcoming light schedule, with Tampa Bay and Edmonton on the horizon. The team is also anticipating the return of Mackenzie Blackwood, who has been recovering from an injury and could see action soon.
The Avalanche are looking to extend their winning streak with a victory over the Sharks, who have struggled in recent seasons despite having high draft picks like Macklin Celebrini, William Eklund, and Will Smith. Celebrini leads the Sharks in goals, assists, and points, showing promise for the team's future. San Jose has had a tough start to the season, winning only three of their first eleven games and facing challenges in goaltending with high goals against averages and low save percentages.
San Jose is aiming to end a twelve-game losing streak against Colorado and secure their first victory since May 2021. The Sharks will rely on their young talent and hope to turn their season around with a strong performance against the Avalanche.