Avalanche Face Kings in Crucial Game 4 of Playoffs

The Colorado Avalanche will face the Los Angeles Kings in Game 4 of the Western Conference First Round on April 25, 2026. Colorado leads the best-of-7 series 3-0. The game is set for 4:30 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena.

The Kings are seeking to stave off elimination after losing 4-2 in Game 3. The Avalanche capitalized on Kings’ mistakes during the previous match, including a misfortune leading to their first goal. Gabriel Landeskog’s shot went wide, hit the end boards, and deflected off Kings goalie Anton Forsberg’s skate into the net.

Los Angeles forward Scott Laughton commented, “That’s this time of year, right? Sometimes you get the bounce, sometimes you don’t.” He emphasized the need for focus amidst their current situation and stressed the importance of sticking to their process.

Interim coach D.J. Smith noted the pressure the team faces but encouraged a relaxed approach. “You know the ultimate end result if you don’t win, so sometimes when that happens, you grip it a little less,” Smith stated. He highlighted the effort and determination from the players despite the series’ challenges.

The Avalanche are aware that closing out a series is often the toughest task. Forward Nathan MacKinnon expressed confidence in their game plan. “We’re super committed to our defensive game. Everyone’s on the same page, everyone’s playing super hard,” he said. The team aims to perform well and adapt to the game’s demands.

Historically, 213 teams have taken a 3-0 lead in a best-of-7 series.