Nathan MacKinnon's three assists propelled the Colorado Avalanche to a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, clinching a playoff spot as they lead the Western Conference.

It might have taken two-thirds of the season, but the Colorado Avalanche power play has sprung to life.. Nathan MacKinnon and ...

Nathan MacKinnon had three assists in Colorado's 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, helping the Avalanche become the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot this season.

His effort Friday was enough to give him a career high in points with 84 (32 goals, 52 assists) across 65 appearances. He has added 169 shots on net, 74 hits, 30 PIM and a plus-44 rating. Necas has ...

The Colorado Avalanche became the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot Friday night. That development had been just a ...

Kyle Connor reached 30 goals for a franchise-record eighth time and added an assist, Connor Hellebuyck made 28 saves and the Winnipeg Jets beat the NHL-leading Colorado Avalanche 3-1 on Saturday.

Kyle Connor reached a career milestone with his 30th goal of the season, leading the Winnipeg Jets to a 3-1 victory over the ...

The Winnipeg Jets have essentially reached the now or never stage of the proceedings. Much of the momentum built from a 4-0-2 ...