Cale Makar Sidelined for Second Consecutive Game

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar was ruled out for Game 2 of the Western Conference Final against Vegas due to an upper-body injury. Despite participating in morning skating and shooting drills, coach Jared Bednar confirmed Makar remained unavailable. His absence marks his second straight game missed, serving as a significant blow to Colorado's defensive depth as the team struggles to find the net in the series.