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Cale Makar Scores Three Points After Injury Scare

2026-06-24 · Cale Makar · Player Focus

Cale Makar Scores Three Points After Injury Scare

Cale Makar scored twice and added an assist in the Avalanche's 9-6 win over the Wild in Game 1. The Avalanche defenseman missed a large portion of the first period due to an injury concern.

What happened?

Makar's injury scare occurred early in the game, but he returned to the contest and contributed. He was the only one of the 14 different goal scorers to pot multiple tallies Sunday.

Why it matters for Cale Makar

Makar's ability to return to the game and score is a positive sign, despite not being at 100 percent. He has four goals, one assist, 15 shots on net, 13 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over five playoff contests. The Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar had no update on Makar's injury after the game, per Ryan Boulding of NHL.com.

What comes next?

Makar's health will be closely monitored as the Avalanche prepares for the next game. And the team will look to build on their 9-6 win over the Wild in Game 1. But the injury concern will be a key factor in Makar's performance going forward. So the Avalanche will need to adjust their strategy if Makar is not at full strength. Makar's performance has been impressive, with two goals and an assist in Sunday's game. The Avalanche's win over the Wild was a high-scoring affair, with 15 goals scored in total. Makar's plus-6 rating over five playoff contests is a notable statistic, indicating his strong play. The Avalanche will look to continue their strong play in the next game, with Makar's health a key factor.

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