Regardless of Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar's decision Wednesday night, the New Jersey Devils were going to see a familiar face in the opposing net.

The Colorado Avalanche have stumbled out of the 4 Nations Face-Off break, but they may get a key player back when they host the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday night.

Nathan MacKinnon posted two goals and an assist to help the Avalanche beat the New Jersey Devils 5-1 on Pride Night at Ball Arena on Wednesday. Martin Necas recorded three assists, while Artturi Lehkonen, Casey Mittelstadt and Logan O'Connor each scored a goal. In net for Colorado, Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 22 of the 23 shots he faced.

Colorado Avalanche Head Coach Jared Bednar told the media that Valeri Nichushkin, who hasn't played since December 31st, is a potential option for Wednesday's game against the New Jersey Devils. Nichushkin was seen in a second-line sweater (maroon) at Tuesday's practice,

Martin Necas had three assists, and Artturi Lehkonen, Casey Mittelstadt and Logan O'Connor scored for the Avalanche (34-24-2), who had lost two straight since returning from the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off. Cale Makar had two assists, and Mackenzie Blackwood made 22 saves.