Avalanche host Maple Leafs following Makar's two-goal performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:10 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Colorado Avalanche face the Toronto Maple Leafs in Denver on Saturday at 7 p.m. EDT. This matchup marks the first time the two teams have met this season. Colorado comes off a convincing 7-3 victory over the Calgary Flames, highlighted by Cale Makar's two goals. The Avalanche currently hold a 3-1 record and lead the league with 23 total goals. Toronto sits at 2-2-1 and is looking to solidify their road performance, having recorded one tie in their initial away game.
- •Colorado is 3-1 overall and 2-0-0 at home.
- •Toronto is 2-2-1 with an even goal differential.
- •Cale Makar scored two goals in the last game.
- •The Avalanche lead the league with an average of 5.8 goals per game.
- •Injuries affect both teams, with multiple players out for Toronto.
- 8:10 AMYahoo Sports — Avalanche host the Maple Leafs after Makar's 2-goal game
"Toronto Maple Leafs (2-2-1, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Colorado Avalanche (3-1, in the Central Division)Denver; Saturday, 7 p.
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