The Colorado Avalanche (28-2-7) hit the ice against the Los Angeles Kings (16-12-9) in NHL action on Monday, starting at 9 p.m. ET at Ball Arena and broadcast on ESPN+. The Avalanche sit in first place in the Western Conference with 63 points and the Kings are seventh in the Western Conference with 41 points.

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Avalanche vs. Kings Top Players

Avalanche

Nathan MacKinnon has been imperative to Colorado’s offense this season, recording 64 points in 37 games.
Having scored 18 goals and adding 31 assists, Martin Necas is a top contributor for Colorado through 37 games.
With 43 points through 37 games (11 goals and 32 assists), Cale Makar has been an important part of Colorado’s offensive attack this season.
As Colorado’s top goalie, Scott Wedgewood has recorded 17 wins and 1 loss this season while giving up 49 goals with 551 saves.
Kings

Adrian Kempe’s 31 points make him a vital offensive option for Los Angeles. He has put up 13 goals and 18 assists in 37 games.
Kevin Fiala has racked up 24 points this season, with 13 goals and 11 assists.
Quinton Byfield has posted five goals on the season, chipping in 16 assists.
Darcy Kuemper is 10-6-6 on the season, allowing 49 goals (2.2 goals against average) and collecting 539 saves with a .917 save percentage (seventh-best in the league).
Avalanche vs. Kings Injury Report

Avalanche

Logan O’Connor: Out (Hip)

Kings

Darcy Kuemper: Out (Upper Body)

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