Colorado Avalanche defeat Montreal Canadiens 4-1 despite injuries
Global News reported that the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 on November 15, 2026, despite being without forward Nathan MacKinnon and defenseman Cale Makar. The win came as both teams dealt with injury setbacks. Earlier in the week, Pro Hockey Rumors said MacKinnon and Makar left the overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators with lower-body injuries.
TSN noted that both players exited the game and that the Avalanche fell 4-3 in overtime. Colorado head coach Jared Bednar, quoted by TSN, said the injuries would keep MacKinnon out for about a month and Makar for two weeks. Habs Eyes on the Prize added that the Canadiens would start Florian Xhekaj in place of Chris Kreider, while the Avalanche entered the November 15 matchup without their two stars.
