The Aftermath: Top Line Helps Quiet Avalanche Defeat Buffalo
The Avalanche improve to 3-0-1 through the first week of the season.
The team wasn't at their best in an early afternoon matchup in Buffalo on Monday, given the close timing to their previous game. Despite being outplayed early, the Avalanche secured a 3-1 victory over the Buffalo team.
Colorado's top line, led by Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas, made the difference. MacKinnon scored twice, with Necas assisting on both goals, and Cale Makar added the final goal.
The Avalanche will have two nights off before facing the Columbus Blue Jackets on the road on Thursday.
Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas were the difference, dominating and elevating Colorado after a sluggish start.
Author's summary: Avalanche wins 3-1 against Buffalo.