Back with the Colorado Avalanche, Team Canada stars Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar react to the insane popularity of the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Makar notched two power-play assists, four shots on goal and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Devils. Makar has three goals and six helpers over seven outings in February in NHL play.

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) in the second period of an NHL hockey game Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/)

If we can get another score, the Avs can go the distance and win the Stanley Cup. Kiz: With Cale Makar, Devon Toews and Sam Girard as the lone truly reliable defensemen at the disposal of coach Jared Bednar,

The Colorado Avalanche trio of Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar and Devon Toews had an easy excuse for missing Friday’s practice. They needed a break after hoisting

Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar earned his 400th career point and made NHL history against the St. Louis Blues on Feb. 23. Makar shot the puck from the blueline and Devon Toews deflected it past Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington at 12:11 in the first period.

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That was fun. Connor McDavid scored the overtime game-winning goal on Thursday to crown Team Canada as the 4 Nations Face-Off champions over Team USA. Nathan MacKinnon, Devon Toews, and Cale Makar all played a big role in Canada’s accomplishments.

Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar and Devon Toews helped Canada to a thrilling 3-2 overtime win over the U.S. in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game. But there's not much time for rest as they quickly join the Avalanche in Nashville for a game Saturday.

Makar registered an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Penguins. Makar's assist streak is up to four games, and he has a total of five helpers in that span. He contributed on Artturi Lehkonen's opening tally in the second period of this contest.

Makar notched an assist and three shots on goal in Friday's 5-2 win over the Wild. Makar has four helpers over his last three games after assisting on Jack Drury's game-winning tally Friday. In February,

Off, it’s time to check in for another Awards Watch. While there hasn’t been a whole lot of change in the new year, especially at the top, it’s still worthwhile to see how the contenders are progressing — and whether any challengers have emerged.