Avalanche Dominates Stars 4-0, Ties Series 2-2

Gabriel Landeskog made a triumphant return to the Colorado Avalanche lineup after nearly three years away due to a knee injury, scoring his first goal since June 2022 and adding an assist in a 4-0 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 4. Landeskog’s goal, coming in just his second game back, energized both his teammates and the home crowd, helping the Avalanche even the intense first-round playoff series at 2-2. His return and elevation to the second line provided a needed spark, as Colorado dominated the game, outshooting Dallas 48-23. Colorado's strong performance included additional goals from Nathan MacKinnon, Logan O’Connor, and Samuel Girard, while Mackenzie Blackwood recorded a shutout. The series now heads back to Dallas for Game 5, with momentum swinging back to the Avalanche. Landeskog’s impact has exceeded expectations, offering a significant boost to Colorado’s playoff hopes.