The Colorado Avalanche host the Chicago Blackhawks after Valeri Nichushkin's hat trick against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Avalanche's 7-4 win.
Colorado Avalanche left wing Valeri Nichushkin scored a hat trick during their victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday evening. In the opening frame, Nichushkin found the back of the net twice,
Mitch Marner and John Tavares each had two goals, but it wasn't enough as Toronto lost 7-4 to Colorado and dropped its third game in a row.
Scott Laughton and Brandon Carlo were acquired by the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline and made their debuts with their new team Saturday, during a 7-4 loss to the Colorado Avalanche.