A disappointing first round exit last season shouldn’t change Colorado’s expectations. The Avalanche have made the postseason six straight years, including a 2021-22 title. That trend isn’t wavering anytime soon. Colorado’s star power is hard to miss. Center Nathan MacKinnon led the way with 111 points and a career-high 42 goals and 69 assists. He’s a certified superstar that is only getting better. Mikko Rantanen also had 100+ points in a career-best season. Rantanen was one of three players to record 50+ goals and assists in 2022-23. On defense, the Avs have another complete stud in Cale Makar. In just 60 games last year, Makar had 49 assists, ranking top 12 in the NHL. Those three are enough to carry a team to a championship. It helps when the three already have a title under their belts.
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