Avalanche beat Capitals in OT
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Expert recap and game analysis of the Colorado Avalanche vs. Chicago Blackhawks NHL game from March 20, 2026 on ESPN.
Brock Nelson scored at 1:22 of overtime, and the Colorado Avalanche recovered for a 3-2 win against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Sunday. Nelson won it when he redirected a feed in the right circle from Martin Necas at the far goal post.
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Brock Nelson's goal at 1:22 of overtime helped the Avalanche pick up a 3-2 win against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Sunday. Gabriel Landeskog scored in his return to the lineup, Nicolas Roy added a tally for the Avs and Martin Necas posted two assists.