The Colorado Avalanche captain scored his first regular-season goal since March 5, 2022, leading his team to a 4-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks at Ball Arena. The goal came at 11:37 of the second period and gave Colorado a 2-1 lead that they would not relinquish. The milestone comes after 1,347 days away from the rink due to knee surgeries and two full seasons missed.
Landeskog entered the game with four assists through 16 appearances this season. His return has been managed carefully by Colorado’s medical staff, with ice time and shifts monitored to ensure he remains available when it matters most. The moment underscored his enduring scoring touch and leadership for a Colorado team that has been strong this season.
Colorado’s win featured a strong team performance beyond Landeskog’s emotional moment. Nathan MacKinnon extended his point streak to 10 games with 22 points in that span, while Scott Wedgewood stopped 35 of 36 shots to earn his NHL-leading 10th win. The Avalanche improved to 11-1-5, strengthening their position atop the standings.
The Ducks entered the game riding a seven-game winning streak before the loss. Leo Carlsson scored for Anaheim, tying the game at 1-1, and Troy Terry added an assist. Despite Carlsson’s efforts, Anaheim could not keep pace with Colorado’s balanced attack.
This win marks a landmark moment for Landeskog’s comeback and a reminder of his value to Colorado as they push toward the playoffs.
Par Mike Jonderson
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