NHL Summary: Nylander Scores Twice to Propel Blue Jackets Past Avalanche with a 4-1 Win

Monday, April 1st, 2024

Alex Nylander found the back of the net two times, helping the Columbus Blue Jackets to harness a trio of goals in the second period to overcome the Colorado Avalanche with a score of 4-1 on a Monday evening in Columbus.

Kirill Marchenko not only scored but also provided an assist, while Eric Gudbranson offered a pair of assists, aiding the Blue Jackets in securing consecutive victories at home for the first instance this season.

The only goal for the Avalanche came from Chris Wagner, as the team continues to share the same number of points with the Vancouver Canucks, yet still sits behind the Dallas Stars in the race for the top spot in the Western Conference.

Playing against the Avalanche for the first time, Daniil Tarasov impressed with 46 saves, on the other end, Justus Annunen stopped 21 shots for Colorado.

The Blue Jackets' coach, Pascale Vincent, commended his squad's tactical approach in handling the fast-moving play of the Avalanche team.

The deadlock was broken by Marchenko in the second period, with Nylander subsequently adding two more goals to push Columbus ahead by 3-0 as they entered the final period.

An early goal in the third period by Wagner brought the Avalanche into the game, but an empty-netter by Sillinger confirmed the victory for the Blue Jackets.

According to Avalanche coach Jared Bednar, giving up the puck in their own territory was a significant factor in their defeat.

Looking ahead, the Blue Jackets are set to face the New York Islanders on Thursday, while the Avalanche will head to Minnesota for a game against the Wild.

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