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Vegas Golden Knights Rally Puts Avalanche On Brink

PUBLISHED May 25, 2026, 12:02 AM ET

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Las Vegas. The Vegas Golden Knights rallied from a three-goal deficit to defeat the Colorado Avalanche 5-3 in Game 3 of the Western Conference Final Sunday at T-Mobile Arena, moving ahead 3-0 in the best-of-seven series and leaving the Knights one victory from the Stanley Cup Final. The win gives Vegas series control and momentum heading into Game 4 on Tuesday; key contributors included Tomas Hertl (game-winner at 8:21 of the third), Mark Stone (power-play goal and primary assist) and goaltender Carter Hart (29 saves). Colorado returned Cale Makar but still lost the lead and must address injuries before the next game.

By Moonie | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Regular season: Colorado finishes as top team and wins Presidents' Trophy (prior to playoffs).
Western Conference Final Game 1–2: Vegas and Colorado split/predominant results set series (earlier games this series).
Sunday (Game 3): Colorado leads 3-0 after first period; Vegas scores five unanswered to win 5-3.
Post-Game 3: Series stands at 3-0 in favor of Vegas; injuries to MacKinnon and Nichushkin noted; Makar returned.
Tuesday (upcoming): Game 4 scheduled at T-Mobile Arena; Vegas can clinch a Stanley Cup Final berth.

News Intelligence

If you're a hockey fan, this is a thrilling twist. The underdog Knights are on the verge of a Stanley Cup Final berth. Their comeback shows that anything can happen in sports. If you're in Vegas, it's time to rally behind your team.

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Articles Published:: 8
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 8

Who Benefited

The Vegas Golden Knights benefited by rallying from a three-goal deficit to secure a 3-0 series lead and take control of the Western Conference Final.

Who Impacted

The Colorado Avalanche suffered a late-game collapse from a 3-0 lead, injuries to key players, and now face possible elimination in Game 4.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 8
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 8
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

The Vegas Golden Knights benefited by rallying from a three-goal deficit to secure a 3-0 series lead and take control of the Western Conference Final.

Who Impacted

The Colorado Avalanche suffered a late-game collapse from a 3-0 lead, injuries to key players, and now face possible elimination in Game 4.