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Jan 22, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews (7) talks with defenseman Cale Makar (8) in the first period against the Winnipeg Jets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

NHL Network highlights Avalanche embarrassment of riches

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 9, 2026

Former Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson’s trade story is even crazier than you’d think

Graham Tiedtke

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Aug 9, 2026

NHL Network Didn't Give Avalanche's Martin Necas the Respect He Deserves

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 8, 2026

Do Avalanche have untouchables on the roster?

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 7, 2026

Dec 4, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar coaches against the New York Islanders during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

If Avalanche really want a shake-up, this is what they should do

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 7, 2026

Mar 8, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Jonathan Drouin (27) celebrates with the bench after his goal in the third period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

8 former Avalanche players who remain free agents

Graham Tiedtke

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Aug 7, 2026

May 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) looks on during the second period against the Minnesota Wild in game two of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Trading Nathan MacKinnon has to be dumbest idea ever

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 7, 2026

May 22, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; A Colorado Avalanche fan cheers during the first 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

Avalanche fans have knack for stirring the pot, here’s how they do it

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 6, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Brock Nelson (11) celebrates his first goal with defenseman Devon Toews (7) and left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) in the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Avalanche face a tough situation amid Cale Makar’s extension

Graham Tiedtke

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Aug 6, 2026

Jan 18, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Jake Neighbours (63) follows the play against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Avalanche missed intriguing opportunity in 2020 NHL Draft

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 5, 2026

Feb 7, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) takes the ice to play the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Here's the only Cale Makar trade scenario that makes sense

Graham Tiedtke

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Aug 5, 2026

May 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) during the second 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

Avalanche must win Stanley Cup for truly successful 2026-27

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 4, 2026

May 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) 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

Landeskog really a top-six forward for Avalanche in 2026-27?

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 4, 2026

Nov 30, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Avalanche forward Mikko Rantanen (96) against the Arizona Coyotes at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Mikko Rantanen fallout was Avalanche’s biggest missed opportunity in some time

Graham Tiedtke

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Aug 3, 2026

Jan 3, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Brock Nelson (11) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The real reason why Avalanche have an alter ego called ‘Nordiques’

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 3, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) stops a shot from Colorado Avalanche right wing Valeri Nichushkin (13) in the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Avalanche might not know what to expect from this division rival

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) celebrates his fiftieth goal of the season during the first period against the Vancouver Canucks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Avalanche face potential conflicts if hockey returns to Quebec

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) before the game against the Vancouver Canucks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Expectations for Gabriel Landeskog should only build through time

Graham Tiedtke

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Aug 2, 2026

Nov 7, 2024; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar looks on in the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Avalanche could have a new Central Division neighbor as league expands

Nestor Quixtan

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Aug 1, 2026

May 3, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; 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. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Makar extension could happen at any time

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 31, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Philip Broberg (6) controls the puck as Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) defends during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Avalanche may have surprise contender in Central Division

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 31, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Gavin Brindley (54) looks on during a face-off against the Washington Capitals during the first period at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Gavin Brindley could be facing a make-it or break-it season in 2026-27

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 31, 2026

May 11, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) looks on during the second 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

Avalanche might as well nuke the team if this unthinkable trade happens

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 30, 2026

Jan 16, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Jonathan Drouin (27) controls the puck in the second period against the Edmonton Oilers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The concern that is keeping former Avalanche forward Jonathan Drouin unsigned

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 30, 2026

Mar 30, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (42) shoots the puck in the second period against the Calgary Flames at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Josh Manson predicted to be stolen from Avalanche in expansion draft

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 30, 2026

Jan 3, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) skates with the puck along side of center Martin Necas (88) during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Colorado Avalanche have what it takes to surpass the Carolina Hurricanes in NHL power rankings

Graham Tiedtke

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Jul 30, 2026

Dec 19, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) skates away from Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) in the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Celebrini contract extension could have just complicated matters for Makar, Avalanche

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 30, 2026

Jan 16, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59) and Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas (88) battle for control of the puck in the second period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Nashville Predators aspiring to become Avalanche clone

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 30, 2026

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