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Feb 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy yells at his players during a timeout in the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Patrick Roy’s Criticism Of Duchene Might Be Last Straw

Colorado Avalanche: Understanding Coach Roy’s Criticism

Colorado Avalanche, Zadorov Injury Is A Microcosm Of Defense

Colorado Avalanche: Still a Team for the Future

Mar 3, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard (31) and mascot Bernie celebrate the win over the Florida Panthers at the Pepsi Center. The Avalanche defeated the Panthers 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche Might be Preparing for Summer

Pepsi Center to Change Fees for Colorado Avalanche Games

Mar 28, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Colorado Avalanche goalie Semyon Varlamov (1) looks on during the first period against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Is Semyon Varlamov on the Trade Block?

Mar 3, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard (31) makes a pad save in the first period against the Florida Panthers at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Where’s the Fight?

Nov 23, 2015; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Colorado Avalanche center Matt Duchene (9) celebrates his goal during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at MTS Centre. Colorado wins 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Fedyck-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Matt Duchene Could Return Soon

Mar 3, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy talks to his players during a timeout out called in the third period against the Florida Panthers at the Pepsi Center. The Avalanche defeated the Panthers 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche Future: 3 Possible Scenarios

Mar 20, 2016; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Leon Drisaitl (29) watches as the puck goes past Colorado Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard (31) during the third period at Rexall Place. Colorado Avalanche won the game 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche Will Need Help Making Playoffs

Mar 26, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy on his bench in the first period against the Minnesota Wild at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Explanations after Devastating Loss

Mar 26, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Zach Parise (11) attempts to score on Colorado Avalanche goalie Semyon Varlamov (1) as defenseman Erik Johnson (6) defends from behind in the third period at the Pepsi Center. The Wild defeated the Avalanche 4-0. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Fragility Comes to the Surface

Mar 20, 2016; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard (31) keeps an eye out for the puck as Edmonton Oilers left winger Matt Hendricks (23) battles with Avalanche right winger Mikko Rantanen (96) by the net during the third period at Rexall Place. Colorado Avalanche won the game 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Last Game for Mikko Rantanen

Mar 24, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Matt Read (24) battles for the puck with Colorado Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie (4) in the third period at the Pepsi Center. The Flyers won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Move Tyson Barrie to Forward

Mar 9, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Anaheim Ducks defenseman Cam Fowler (4) and Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) battle for control of the puck in the first period at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche Need to Play Desperate Hockey

Jan 26, 2016; San Jose, CA, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy watches the game against the San Jose Sharks in the 3rd period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports. The Sharks won 6-1.

Colorado Avalanche: Patrick Roy Confident in Current Roster

Mar 20, 2016; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche right winger Jarome Iginla (12) celebrates with Avalanche defenseman Tyson Barrie (4) with Avalanche left winger Mikkel Boedker (89) and Avalanche left winger Gabriel Landeskog (92) as they took on the Edmonton Oilers during the second period at Rexall Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: 4 Reasons for Optimism

Colorado Avalanche: Success without Duchene and MacKinnon

Mar 18, 2016; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche center Carl Soderberg (34) celebrates his goal with teammates against the Calgary Flames during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Colorado Avalanche won 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Thoughts for the Playoff Push

October 16, 2015; Anaheim, CA, USA; Colorado Avalanche right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) moves the puck ahead of Anaheim Ducks defenseman Josh Manson (42) during the third period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Mikko Rantanen’s Play in Return

Mar 5, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche goalie Calvin Pickard (31) makes a save in front of left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) in the second period against the Nashville Predators at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche, The Right Goaltender Is Crucial

Mar 3, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Patrick Roy talks to his players during a timeout out called in the third period against the Florida Panthers at the Pepsi Center. The Avalanche defeated the Panthers 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche, It’s Time to Own Your Destiny

Feb 21, 2016; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Daniel Sedin (22) checks Colorado Avalanche forward Blake Comeau (14) during the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Recipe for Success vs Vancouver

Nov 10, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Andreas Martinsen (27) handles the puck along the boards against Philadelphia Flyers right wing Jakub Voracek (93) during the second period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: Andreas Martinsen’s Role Right Now

Feb 20, 2016; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche defensemen Chris Bigras (3) follows the play against the Edmonton Oilers at Rexall Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: What Chris Bigras’ Return Can Mean

Mar 12, 2016; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Colorado Avalanche goalie Semyon Varlamov (1) makes a save during the second period against the Winnipeg Jets at MTS Centre. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Fedyck-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche Goaltenders And Adjusted Save Percentage

Feb 27, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Detroit Red Wings left wing Tomas Tatar (21) chases the puck with Colorado Avalanche left wing Blake Comeau (14)and center Shawn Matthias (18) in the third period during a Stadium Series hockey game at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Colorado Avalanche: What to Like About Shawn Matthias