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Jared Bednar gives an update on Cale Makar ahead of crucial Western Conference Final Game 3


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Tyler Ball
May 24, 2026  (4:25 PM)
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Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) celebrates his goal scored against the Minnesota Wild during the third period in game one of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena.
Photo credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

This afternoon, Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar gave the latest update on Cale Makar ahead of Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals.

The Colorado Avalanche find themselves down 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights.
One of the biggest struggles for the Avalanche has been the absence of star defenseman Cale Makar.
Makar has missed both of the first two games of the series leading the Avalanche to struggle mightily.
With puck drop for Game 3 just a few hours away, Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar was able to give an update on Makar's status for tonight's Game 3.
During a pre-game media availability, Bednar was asked for an official update on Makar and was able to give some of the latest details on if he will play tonight.
Jared Bednar said you'll have to wait and see,» when asked if Makar was playing tonight.
Wouldn't comment on his starting goalie. Said Josh Manson is good to go.
While Makar is still questionable, the presence of Manson being back in the lineup again for Game 3 despite dealing with injury is a good sign.
As game time approaches, it will be interesting to see if Makar takes warmups which he hasn't done yet this series.
If he does it could signal his series debut but if not the Avalanche will need to find a way to overcome the problems they have faced in games one and two that see them down in the series.
As more information is provided on Makar's status for Game 3 we will pass along all of the latest news and updates.
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