Tag: avalanche
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Why fans should remain optimistic about Avalanche this season | NHL Insider
After a disastrous conference final against Vegas and an underwhelming offseason, the majority of Avalanche fans that this writer has heard from over the summer are pretty down on the team. That’s understandable considering the franchise went all-in to win the Stanley Cup, didn’t get the job done and had to sell off some important…
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Important dates on the Avalanche schedule to keep an eye on | NHL Insider
By the time the Broncos finish their seemingly endless training camp, we’ll be knocking on the door of hockey season. A month from now, the Avalanche’s prospects will be playing in the annual rookie tournament. A few days later, training camp will be underway with all the veterans and it’ll be go time. An NHL…
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Cale Makar selected as NHL’s best defenseman for fifth straight year
It’s a familiar name at the top yet again. Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar for the fifth straight year was selected by NHL Network as the best defenseman in hockey. On an annual list chosen by producers and analysts from the network, Makar beat out Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes to retain his top spot. “We…
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Chaotic summer of expensive contracts, CBA changes could impact Cale Makar extension | NHL Insider
A year later than expected, the dam has fully broken in terms of salaries for elite NHL players. It’s difficult to believe that won’t have an impact on Cale Makar’s next deal with the Avalanche, an extension fans are eagerly waiting to be announced. There’s no reason to panic about whether it will get done…
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How Colorado’s legalized sports gambling changed the athlete experience: ‘We get way more death threats’
Mickey Moniak removed social media from his phone when he could no longer endure the abuse. In 2023, the ex-Angels outfielder got sent down to Triple-A. Moniak — a former No. 1 overall MLB draft pick who later signed with the Rockies — finally prioritized his mental health over the direct messages and public comments.…
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Ross Colton excited for new opportunity, holds no grudges after Avalanche traded him
Ross Colton is still trying to figure out what the heck happened to the Avalanche in a span of six days in late May. Being swept out of the Western Conference final was not on Colorado’s bingo card. “It really didn’t sink in I’d say until I got home with how quick it ended,” Colton…
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Avalanche hire decorated Finnish coach Jussi Ahokas to run Colorado Eagles
If the NHL is a goal, coaching the Colorado Eagles is the spot for you. The Avalanche on Friday identified the next head coach for their AHL team, and it appears they found one who could be on an NHL track. Jussi Ahokas, a 45-year-old Finn, will be the head coach of the Eagles next…
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Grading the offseason moves from the Colorado Avalanche | NHL Insider
The overwhelming consensus from Avalanche fans on their team’s offseason? Eh. Summer plans for the Avalanche changed the moment Nazem Kadri was acquired directly before the trade deadline in March. Bringing in a forward carrying a cap hit of $5.6 million for the following three seasons has repercussions. Those repercussions were felt in late June…
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Winter Classic, September opener highlight Avalanche’s full schedule for 2026-27 season
Mark your hockey calendars, and don’t forget to add two more games. The NHL on Thursday released the full schedule for the 2026-27 season. The Avalanche open theirs Sept. 30 at home against the Los Angeles Kings and close it April 10 at home against the Minnesota Wild. One highlight is the Winter Classic between…
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Avalanche to open new 84-game season at home vs. Los Angeles Kings in September
Regular-season hockey is coming to September. The NHL said Wednesday the Avalanche will open their 2026-27 season at Ball Arena on Sept. 30 against the Los Angeles Kings at 8 p.m. The matchup is the nightcap of a doubleheader on TNT with the first game featuring the Flyers vs. the Penguins. It will be the…