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May 13, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Parker Kelly (17) plays the puck ahead of Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber (7) in the second period in game five of the second round of the 2026 Stanely Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Avalanche could capitalize on Wild’s uncertainty

Nestor Quixtan

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Avalanche biggest division rival remains Dallas Stars

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 27, 2026

Finding the right fit for Nazem Kadri in the lineup will be key to the Colorado Avalanche’s success next season

Katie Bartlett

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Jul 26, 2026

Avalanche retired this legend’s number after just one full season

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 26, 2026

May 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) and left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) defend against Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb (3) during the third period in game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

NHL writer’s concern for the Avalanche makes some sense

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 26, 2026

Nov 16, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins right wing Georgii Merkulov (42) during the third period against the St. Louis Blues at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Avalanche make surprise signing, land potential hidden gem

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 25, 2026

Apr 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Andrew Cogliano (11) warms up before the start of a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

One bold summer prediction for Colorado Avalanche in 2026

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 24, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns (84) looks on during the game between the Stars and the Avalanche at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Avalanche near bottom of the league in critical metric

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 24, 2026

May 4, 2019; San Jose, CA, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie (4) controls the puck against the San Jose Sharks during the first period in game five of the second round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Former Avalanche defenseman toasts to a sudsy second chapter

Aaron Poorman

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Jul 24, 2026

May 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights in game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Cale Makar breeds bad blood for this fanbase, study shows

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 24, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Calum Ritchie (64) at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

A different 2023 Draft pick might’ve changed the Avalanche’s future

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 23, 2026

May 11, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) looks on during the first period in game four of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

This is where Nathan MacKinnon is public enemy #1

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 23, 2026

Apr 30, 2024; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar talks to media after their victory over the Winnipeg Jets in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-USA TODAY Sports

Avalanche get this gift from hockey gods in 2026-27

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 23, 2026

May 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) celebrates with teammates after scoring during the third period against the Vegas Golden Knights in game one of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Market believes Avalanche can go all the way in 2026-27

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 22, 2026

Oct 27, 1999; Detroit, MI; USA; FILE PHOTO; Detroit Red Wings forward Steve Yzerman (19) faces off against Colorado Avalanche forward Joe Sakic (19) at Joe Louis Arena. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports

NHL will never have another rivalry like Avalanche vs Red Wings

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 22, 2026

KELOWNA, CANADA - MAY 31: Kitchener Rangers head coach Jussi Ahokasof (centre) and coaching staff pose for a photo with the Memorial Cup after defeating the Everett Silvertips during their 2026 Memorial Cup final game at Prospera Place on May 31, 2026 in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Derek Cain/Getty Images)

New Colorado Eagles coach brings championship pedigree

Aaron Poorman

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Jul 21, 2026

Dec 9, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Victor Olofsson (95) and Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg (37) battle for the puck during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Familiar faces in Nashville promises to take Avalanche-Predators rivalry to new dimension

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 20, 2026

May 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche fight during the third period in game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

3 current Avalanche players opponents love to hate

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 20, 2026

May 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights in game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Avalanche must exploit this advantage of 2026-27 schedule

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 18, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; Finland forward Emil Hemming (22) shoots the puck as Canada forward Cole Beaudoin (26) defends during the third period in group play during the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship at 3M Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

What the Colorado Avalanche missed out on in the first round of 2024 NHL Draft

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 18, 2026

Jan 12, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar stands behind the bench during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Projecting the impact of an 84-game schedule on Avalanche in 2026-27

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 17, 2026

May 22, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns (84) looks on during the second period against the Vegas Golden Knights in game two of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Brent Burns’ ironman streak could come to an end this season with the Avalanche

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 17, 2026

May 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Ross Colton (20) reaches for the puck during the third period against the Vegas Golden Knights in game three of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Avalanche face unique challenge in 2026-27 not seen in over 30 years

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 16, 2026

May 26, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas (88) controls the puck against Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson (71) during the third period in game four of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Avalanche postseason revenge set for early-January, late-February

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 16, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar on the bench in the first period against the St. Louis Blues at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Highlights of the Colorado Avalanche’s 2026-27 schedule

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 16, 2026

May 26, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center Brett Howden (21) defends against Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (42) during the third period in game four of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Avalanche at bottom of NHL in overlooked metric

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 16, 2026

Providence Bruin Fabian Lysell keeps ahead of Charlotte Checkers center Rasmus Asplund in the second period.

This could be the next Avalanche trade chip

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 15, 2026

Nov 19, 2016; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Colorado Avalanche forward Mikko Rantanen (96) skates after the puck in the first period against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Avalanche had good options if they didn’t select Mikko Rantanen in 2015

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 15, 2026

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