In a tense match between the Colorado Avalanche and the Philadelphia Flyers, the game ended with the Avalanche narrowly winning 3-2. The victory was highlighted by Cale Makar, who scored two goals, but the match was overshadowed by a serious incident involving referee Mitch Dunning. Dunning was stretchered off the ice following a collision with Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson, resulting in him being taken to the hospital. Fortunately, he was reported to be communicative and able to move his extremities after the collision. The injury halted what had been a promising five-game point streak for the Flyers, who rallied late in the game but ultimately fell short.