Jonathan Marchessault's go-ahead goal for the Nashville Predators vs the Colorado Avalanche wouldn't have happened without a bit of luck.

Jonathan Marchessault scored at 9:11 of the third period to give the Nashville Predators a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night

Jonathan Marchessault's go-ahead goal for the Nashville Predators vs the Colorado Avalanche wouldn't have happened without a bit of luck.

Jonathan Marchessault put Nashville in front midway through the third period. Luke Schenn’s shot from the right point went wide, but the carom off the back boards came right to Marchessault near the left post, and was able to tuck it into the net before Avs goalie Scott Wedgewood could recover.

Filip Forsberg has produced at more than a point-per-game pace in his career vs. the Avalanche, tallying 39 points (19g-20a) in 38 contests; Forsberg notched his fourth career hat trick on Feb. 13, 2017 vs. Colorado.

Colorado Avalanche superstar defenseman Cale Makar was an integral part of Team Canada's win at the 4 Nations Face-Off. And in his second game back from the best-on-best tournament, Makar reached another career plateau on offense -- but the Avs still lost the game to the St.

Nashville Predators defenseman Luke Schenn discusses win over Colorado Avalanche