Cale Makar continues to make game-changing plays look effortless.

With the Avalanche trailing the New York Rangers 2-1 late in the second period on Thursday night at Ball Arena, Makar got a threaded pass from Martin Necas in the right faceoff circle. He had a clean look to shoot, but instead of firing, he deked New York goalie Igor Shesterkin, then zoomed around the back of the net for a wraparound goal.

It was part of a three-point effort from Makar as he continues his torrid start to the 2025-26 season. The defenseman added an assist and an empty-netter late in the game to help seal Colorado’s 6-3 victory — and bolster his campaign for a second consecutive Norris Trophy.

“This has been a good way (for me) to start the season, but I feel like I’ve still got more in the tank individuall

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