Cale Makar Returns to Avalanche Lineup for Game 3

After missing the first two games of the Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights due to an upper-body injury sustained in the semifinals against Minnesota, defenseman Cale Makar has been cleared to play in Sunday's Game 3. His return is a significant boost for Colorado, as the team looks to overcome a 0-2 series deficit. Makar, a two-time Norris Trophy winner, was initially a game-time decision before receiving medical clearance to rejoin the defensive corps.