Cale Makar scored twice and set up the tiebreaking goal by Artturi Lehkonen with 15 seconds remaining as the revamped Colorado Avalanche blew a pair of two-goal leads before earning a dramatic 5-4 victory over the host New York Rangers on Sunday afternoon.
The Avalanche dominated the early stages of the game, taking a 2-0 lead in the first period. However, the Rangers fought back, scoring two goals to tie the game by the end of the period. The Avalanche took the lead again in the second period, but the Rangers refused to give up, scoring two more goals to take a 4-3 lead.
The Avalanche were on the verge of losing, but they managed to tie the game late in the third period. With just 15 seconds left on the clock, Artturi Lehkonen scored the tiebreaking goal, securing a 5-4 victory for the Avalanche. The win marked a dramatic comeback for the Avalanche, who had blown two two-goal leads in the game.
Makar was the star of the show, scoring two goals and setting up the winning goal. His performance was instrumental in the Avalanche's victory, and he was praised by his teammates and coaches after the game. The win was a much-needed boost for the Avalanche, who have been struggling to find consistency this season.
The Rangers, on the other hand, were left to ponder what could have been. They had fought back from two two-goal deficits, only to fall short in the end. The loss was a tough one to swallow, but the Rangers can take heart from their fighting spirit and determination.
The game was a thrilling encounter, with plenty of twists and turns. The Avalanche's comeback was a testament to their character and resilience, and they will be looking to build on this momentum in their upcoming games. For the Rangers, the loss was a setback, but they will be looking to bounce back and get back to winning ways as soon as possible.