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Preview: Morning Matinee at Madison Square Garden

Colorado’s east coast road trip continues today in a matinee matchup against the New York Rangers. After a disappointing loss against the New York Islanders on Wednesday night, which saw the Colorado Avalanche lose by a final score of 6-3, they look to bounce right back against the Rangers. This will be the second and […]

2 months ago | 5 reads

Colorado Eagles three stars from November

The Colorado Eagles continued their success from the month of October into November as they finished still on top of the Pacific division with a record of 14-5-1 good for 29 points. The schedule included a pivotal four-game back-to-back weekend sets with rival Tucson in which earned the Eagles a split as well as a […]

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2 months ago | 3 reads

Recap: Islanders give Avalanche second regulation loss

Kicking off an east coast road trip, the Colorado Avalanche visited Long Island in search of their 20th win on the season against the New York Islanders. That milestone will have to wait as the Avalanche suffered their second regulation defeat in a 6-3 final for the Islanders. Val Nichushkin, Martin Nečas and Artturi Lehkonen […]

2 months ago | 3 reads

Open Thread: Colorado Avalanche vs. New York Islanders (5:00 p.m.)

The Avalanche have enjoyed a lot of success lately, and once again, it’s time to test their mettle on the East Coast as they visit Patrick Roy and the New York Islanders at UBS Arena tonight. Nathan MacKinnon is the league’s top point-getter, and the Avalanche are the NHL’s winningest club so far. A miserable […]

2 months ago | 5 reads

Preview: Nathan MacKinnon and the Avalanche visit Long Island

The Avalanche have enjoyed a lot of success lately, and once again, it’s time to test their mettle on the East Coast as they visit Patrick Roy and the New York Islanders at UBS Arena tonight. Nathan MacKinnon is the league’s top point-getter, and the Avalanche are the NHL’s winningest club so far. A miserable […]

2 months ago | 3 reads

Morning Flurries: MacKinnon named first star of November

It was a November to remember for the NHL’s leading scorer and as such, Colorado Avalanche superstar center Nathan MacKinnon was named by the league as the first star of the month. He put up eye-popping production to the tune of 26 points over 13 games including 11 goals to close out November. Per the […]

2 months ago | 4 reads

Recap: Colorado cruises to victory against Vancouver

After a very exciting 7-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, the Colorado Avalanche took on the Vancouver Canucks tonight, and won by a final score of 3-1. Let’s look at all the action from tonight! First Period: The Canucks got on the board first, as Linus Karlsson would score on what was a really pretty […]

2 months ago | 5 reads

Preview: Colorado looks to keep it rolling against the Canucks

After getting back on track with a 7-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens, the Avalanche take on the Vancouver Canucks tonight in Denver. This will be the second of three regular-season matchups between these two teams, with Colorado winning the first game. Colorado Avalanche (18-1-6) Colorado’s 10-game win streak came to a close on Friday, […]

2 months ago | 6 reads

Recap: Avalanche Rout Montreal 7-2

DENVER — Brock Nelson delivered a commanding performance Saturday at Ball Arena, putting up two goals and two assists as the Avalanche rolled past the Montreal Canadiens in a decisive 7–2 win. Gabriel Landeskog added two goals of his own, while Brent Burns, Nathan MacKinnon, and Devon Toews each chipped in one. In net, Mackenzie […]

2 months ago | 5 reads

Open Thread: Montréal Canadiens @ Colorado Avalanche (1:00 P.M.)

I regret to inform you, dear readers, that the Colorado Avalanche are not hockey gods of limitless skill and influence out to bend the NHL on a whim. Being mere demigods with those capabilities will be just fine, and those skills will be put to the test against the visiting Montréal Canadiens this afternoon. Colorado […]

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2 months ago | 2 reads

Preview: The Avs Meet Montréal in a Saturday Matinee Matchup

I regret to inform you, dear readers, that the Colorado Avalanche are not hockey gods of limitless skill and influence out to bend the NHL on a whim. Being mere demigods with those capabilities will be just fine, and those skills will be put to the test against the visiting Montréal Canadiens this afternoon. Colorado […]

2 months ago | 9 reads

Recap: Streak over as Avalanche lose 3-2 in shootout to Wild

The Colorado Avalanche’s impressive 10-game winning streak came to an end, though their 15-game point streak remains intact. The Avs trailed by a goal until captain Gabe Landeskog redirected a rebound in the late third period to tie the game. Colorado controlled the pace in overtime and generated the better scoring opportunities, but ultimately fell […]

3 months ago | 4 reads

Open Thread: Colorado Avalanche at Minnesota Wild (1:30 p.m.)

It’s the first matchup of the year between Central division rivals Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild. Both teams have enjoyed strong play lately with extended win streaks as they currently hold playoff positions. Can we expect a spirited game between these two teams during this busy holiday weekend of post-turkey shopping? Colorado Avalanche Not only […]

3 months ago | 4 reads

Preview: Avalanche ready to down Wild (post) Turkey

It’s the first matchup of the year between Central division rivals Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild. Both teams have enjoyed strong play lately with extended win streaks as they currently hold playoff positions. Can we expect a spirited game between these two teams during this busy holiday weekend of post-turkey shopping? Colorado Avalanche Not only […]

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3 months ago | 2 reads

5 Reasons to Give Thanks

A quick holiday break is the perfect time to give pause and reflect on what Colorado Avalanche fans have to be thankful for. Here are five reasons to give thanks over your turkey dinner. The Captain Has Returned It took three long grueling years of rehab but Gabe Landeskog is back as a regular player […]

3 months ago | 4 reads

Recap: Avs serve Sharks a shutout with humble pie

The Colorado Avalanche put their home-ice point streak to the test this evening against a young, rejuvenated, and talented San Jose Sharks club. The Avalanche were looking to log their 10th consecutive victory overall, and found their game early and often. Let the good times roll! The Game Things started very positively for the Colorado […]

3 months ago | 5 reads

Morning Flurries: Wedgewood a candidate for the Olympics?

As the 2025 calendar year begins to wrap up, more and more focus is shifting to the next big event on the horizon and that’s the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. The Colorado Avalanche expect to have a large contingent of players heading to Milan to take part in the festivities but is there one Avalanche […]

3 months ago | 4 reads

Recap: Avs Blank Blackhawks

In another busy back-to-back weekend set the Colorado Avalanche concluded their road trip with another divisional foe in the Chicago Blackhawks. In the past this matchup has been a bit of trouble but Scott Wedgewood was up to the task, crafting his own shutout on the weekend with 22 saves in a 1-0 Avalanche victory. […]

3 months ago | 3 reads

Open Thread: Colorado Avalanche @ Chicago Blackhawks (5:00 P.M.)

The Colorado Avalanche are the hottest team in the NHL, even when their play of late has cooled down. As they wrap up another set of back-to-back road games, they aim to crank up the temperature against Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks in a bid to extend their winning streak to double digits. Colorado […]

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3 months ago | 1 read

Preview: The Avs Face Chicago in a Second City Showdown

The Colorado Avalanche are the hottest team in the NHL, even when their play of late has cooled down. As they wrap up another set of back-to-back road games, they aim to crank up the temperature against Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks in a bid to extend their winning streak to double digits. Colorado […]

3 months ago | 3 reads