Denver Post · Jan 29, 2022
Without MacKinnon, Avalanche defeats Chicago Blackhawks 6-4 for ninth-consecutive victory
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Pavel Francouz (39) celebrates with teammates after the Avalanche defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-4 in an NHL hockey game in Chicago, Friday, Jan. 28, 2022.The Avalanche collected No. 9 for Nate.
Minus first-line center Nathan MacKinnon, who sustained a concussion and facial fractures in their previous game, the Avs claimed their ninth consecutive win Friday night at Chicago. Captain Gabe Landeskog scored two power-play goals and Colorado produced its NHL-record 14th victory in January by defeating the Blackhawks 6-4 at the United Center.