The Colorado Avalanche continued their dominant run on Tuesday night, securing a 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks at Ball Arena. This win extends their impressive point streak to 17 games. Here are three key takeaways from the Avalanche's latest triumph:

1. MacKinnon's Dominance Continues

Nathan MacKinnon once again proved to be the driving force behind the Avalanche's success, scoring two goals against the Canucks. His first goal tied the game late in the first period, capitalizing on a rebound. MacKinnon's second goal, a one-timer in the second period, gave the Avalanche a 3-1 lead. With these two goals, MacKinnon now leads the NHL with 22 goals this season. According to reports, MacKinnon has been on a tear, tallying eight goals and five assists in his last seven games.

2. Depth Scoring and Landeskog's Impact

While MacKinnon's offensive prowess is undeniable, the Avalanche's depth scoring has been a crucial factor in their sustained success. Brock Nelson contributed a key goal in the second period, giving Colorado a 2-1 lead. Gabriel Landeskog also had a significant impact, providing two assists in the game. Coach Jared Bednar highlighted the growing chemistry within the line of Ross Colton, Nelson, and Landeskog. Landeskog's recent performance has been particularly noteworthy, with seven points in his last four games.

3. Goaltending Concerns and Blackwood's Solid Relief

A potential concern for the Avalanche is the health of goaltender Scott Wedgewood, who left the game in the second period with an upper-body injury. Wedgewood stopped 10 of 11 shots before his departure. Mackenzie Blackwood stepped in and delivered a solid performance in relief, saving all 11 shots he faced. Coach Bednar indicated that Wedgewood's removal was precautionary due to back tightness, and he is expected to travel with the team. However, Wedgewood's injury could create an opportunity for Blackwood to see more action.