Avalanche depth has failed to step up amid Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar injuries

The Colorado Avalanche have struggled in the NHL post-season due to injuries to star players Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. Despite being considered to have the best depth in the NHL during the regular season, that depth has failed to materialize in the playoffs. The situation raises concerns about the team's ability to win a Stanley Cup during the prime years of their two franchise cornerstones.