Brindley scores in OT, MacKinnon has 2 goals and 3 assists as Avalanche beat Canucks 5-4

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Gavin Brindley scored 1:08 into overtime and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Vancouver Canucks 5-4 on Sunday night.

Nathan MacKinnon had two goals and three assists to take over the NHL scoring lead, Artturi Lehknonen also scored twice and Valeri Nichushkin and Cale Makar each had two assists for Colorado. Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 29 shots as the Avalanche won their third straight and extended their point streak to 5-0-2.

Linus Karlsson, Kiefer Sherwood, Drew O'Connor and Jake DeBrusk scored for Vancouver. Kevin Lankinen finished with 27 saves.

In the extra period, Brindley scored on the rebound of his own shot to give the Avalanche the win. MacKinnon got an assist on the play after he had left the ice, giving him five points on the night and an NHL-leading 29 on the season.

DeBrusk tied it 4-4 with a power-play goal with 3:01 remaining as he tipped Brock Boeser's shot past Blackwood.

Lehkonen gave Colorado a 3-2 lead 28 seconds into the third period with a redirection of a pass by Brent Burns.

O'Connor tied it again with a short-handed goal as he beat Blackwood from the left circle at 7:26.

With the Avalanche on another power play, Lehkonen got his second of the night as he scored on a rebound at 9:47 for a 4-3 lead.

Sherwood tied it 2-2 at 1:44 of the second as he picked up a loose puck and put a backhander between Blackwood's skates for his 10th of the season.

MacKinnon gave the Avalanche a 2-0 lead with goals 1:29 apart in the first period.

Makar brought the puck up the right side, passed to Nichushkin in the middle and he sent to the left to MacKinnon for a quick shot past Lankinen at 6:41.

With Colorado on a power play, MacKinnon got a pass from Victor Olofsson in the slot, gathered the puck and fired it past Lankinen for his NHL-leading 14th at 8:10.

Karlsson pulled the Canuks within one with 8:13 remaining in the first as he got the puck at the goal line on the left side, pulled it back between his skates and tucked it in.

Avalanche host Anaheim on Tuesday to open a four-game homestand, and Canucks host Winnipeg.

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Colorado Avalanche's Ross Colton (20) trips over Vancouver Canucks goalie Kevin Lankinen during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025.(Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon, back right, celebrates his first goal as Vancouver Canucks' Elias Pettersson skates past during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025.(Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Linus Karlsson, back right, celebrates his goal with teammate Kiefer Sherwood during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Colorado Avalanche, in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks goalie Kevin Lankinen (32) makes the save as teammate Quinn Hughes (43) and Colorado Avalanche's Ross Colton (20) and Gavin Brindley (54) watch during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon (29) celebrates his second goal against the Vancouver Canucks with teammate Valeri Nichushkin during the first period of an NHL hockey game, in Vancouver, B.C., Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

NISEKO, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 16, 2026--

Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO celebrated its first anniversary on December 15, 2025, and to commemorate this milestone, the hotel is pleased to introduce a special “Thank You Anniversary Stay” accommodation plan. Available for small groups of guests staying three nights between January 7 and March 8, 2026, the all-inclusive premium accommodation plan incorporates transportation, dining, guided tours and other special events to create one seamless experience. As an expression of the hotel’s gratitude for its guests’ continued patronage, the plan is being offered at a special rate of JPY 3.9 million, the pronunciation of “3.9” in Japanese being similar to the English “thank you.”

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The “Thank You Anniversary Stay” plan offers guests an unparalleled way to experience some of the world’s finest snow and the unique allure of Hokkaido’s Niseko, one of Japan’s premier winter sports resorts, in the most indulgent manner. Available exclusively during the winter season and limited to a single party for the entire stay, it will deliver a truly exceptional Niseko winter experience.

The plan includes a three-night stay across two adjoining accommodations: the hotel’s largest suite, the imposing Nikko Style Suite, and the neighboring Premium Studio Suite View. Connecting both suites is a private 66-square-meter rooftop lounge, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that offer sweeping views of the pristine slopes of Niseko HANAZONO Resort. Each suite has one bedroom, and the plan will be available for groups of up to 7 adults. Surrounded by majestic nature and a sense of serene seclusion, guests will be invited to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of Niseko’s winter landscape.

As part of the all-inclusive offering, the plan provides round-trip airport transfers, transportation between nearby locations, and the exclusive use of a private luxury vehicle with a dedicated driver, allowing guests to travel freely throughout the Kutchan, Hirafu, and greater Niseko areas.

Adding to the plan’s signature culinary experiences, guests may choose one evening during their stay to enjoy a specially curated dinner course featuring Hokkaido’s exceptional local ingredients, paired with selected wines, served privately in the rooftop lounge. The experience will be further enhanced with the delivery of champagne and a cheese platter, as well as a private cocktail hour offered daily, featuring a free flow of light snacks alongside alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Against the ever-changing hues of Niseko’s winter sunset, guests can savor moments of refined comfort and unhurried indulgence.

For winter activities, guests are provided with three-day lift passes valid across both the Hanazono and Hirafu areas, allowing them to fully enjoy Niseko’s world-renowned powder snow. The plan also includes a half-day private tour to one destination of choice—Yoichi, Otaru, Sapporo, Lake Toya, or Lake Shikotsu—offering opportunities to explore Hokkaido’s rich culture, natural landscapes and culinary heritage beyond the slopes. Upon arrival, guests will be welcomed with a specially curated gift set featuring local ingredients and original items unique to Hokkaido and Niseko, setting the tone for an exceptional stay from the very beginning.

Guided by the Nikko Style brand promise, “Your Stay, Your Style,” Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO has consistently sought to create stays that resonate with the individuality and sensibilities of each guest. The “Thank You Anniversary Stay” plan has been thoughtfully crafted as an extension of that promise, and will offer guests a truly immersive way to experience the essence of winter in Niseko.

For details of the package, please visit https://nisekohanazono.nikkostyle.jp/en/offers/39anniversarystay/

About Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO

Opened in December 2024, Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO is the second hotel in Japan under the Nikko Style brand. With the message “Your Stay, Your Style,” it offers a variety of experiences that engage all five senses and encourage guests to enjoy their stay in complete freedom. The hotel faces the Niseko HANAZONO Resort, which offers winter sports enthusiasts a wide range of activities. The property features 234 guest rooms, along with a full range of facilities including restaurants, natural hot springs, a gym, a club lounge, a DJ booth, and banquet spaces. In November 2025, the hotel was honored with the “World’s Best New Ski Hotel” award at the World Ski Awards.

For more details, please visit nisekohanazono.nikkostyle.jp/en.

Nikko Style Suite Roof Top Lounge