DENVER — Martin Nečas scored his 13th goal of the season with an empty-netter, helping the Colorado Avalanche secure a 4-1 victory over the New York Islanders, marking their sixth consecutive win. Despite facing a punch from Scott Mayfield and a delay-of-game penalty, Nečas rebounded to contribute positively, with his coach Jared Bednar noting the importance of moving past mistakes.
