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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche news: Nabokov debut, injury updates &amp; fixing mistakes</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-news-nabokov-debut-injury-updates-fixing-mistakes-01m44z6t72c4?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m44z6t72c4</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche look to be getting some really positive news as the club begins its first road trip of the season.</description><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 02:51:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4079,h_2294,x_419,y_118/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m44zbmycvgmx7hmkh0.jpg" caption="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. 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Hughes has another chance to solidify his position in the team&#39;s lineup this season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:19:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4113,h_2313,x_1483,y_499/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m418qfpba9rw99qhq6.jpg" caption="Sep 30, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche right wing T.J. Hughes (13) in the second period against the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. 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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche 8-goal win exposed one big problem</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-8-goal-win-exposed-one-big-problem-01m3y7va18j2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3y7va18j2</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche&#39;s big opening-night win did not overshadow the need to improve the team&#39;s overall game.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:11:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1994,h_1121,x_803,y_170/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3y86xmenhmvmg31p4.jpg" caption="Feb 28, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar on the bench in the third period against the Chicago Blackhawks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche stole Parker Kelly at $1.7 Million, Seravalli says</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-stole-parker-kelly-at-1-7-million-seravalli-says-01m3wvvbamce?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3wvvbamce</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche got a steal of a deal by signing Parker Kelly when they did, one notable insider highlighted.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:23:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2368,h_1332,x_618,y_98/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3ww4vxzpryte2nnec.jpg" caption="Apr 23, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Parker Kelly (17) warms up prior to game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nathan MacKinnon’s fight on opening night a sight few and far between</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/nathan-mackinnon-s-fight-on-opening-night-a-sight-few-and-far-between-01m3tzwt7b6x?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3tzwt7b6x</guid><description>Nathan MacKinnon proved on Wednesday night that he’ll stick up for his Colorado Avalanche teammates.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:10:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4500,h_2531,x_0,y_87/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3tzypmexhwmq6tkze.jpg" caption="Sep 30, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) controls the puck as Los Angeles Kings left wing Erik Haula (56) defends in the second period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brock Nelson continues long-standing Avalanche trend with first goal of 2026-27 season</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/brock-nelson-continues-long-standing-avalanche-trend-with-first-goal-of-2026-27-season-01m3tmvzt2nn?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3tmvzt2nn</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche scored the first goal of their season against the Los Angeles Kings, and Brock Nelson continued a pretty fun trend.</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 02:50:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6184,h_3478,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3tmwv63xdvvwwx6xq.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Brock Nelson (11) reacts to the loss against the Vegas Golden Knights in game four of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. 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Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nazem Kadri and Avalanche banking on fans at Ball Arena</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/nazem-kadri-and-avalanche-banking-on-fans-at-ball-arena-01m3t1c77yxs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3t1c77yxs</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche get their season underway Wednesday night and are hoping the fans bring the fire.</description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:35:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_386/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3t1e3gnn97ytj67hr.jpg" caption="May 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche fans before 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 | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>6 bold statistical predictions for the Colorado Avalanche</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/6-bold-statistical-predictions-for-the-colorado-avalanche-01m3s08v16e9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Katie Bartlett</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3s08v16e9</guid><description>While looking back at the past performances of the Colorado Avalanche, here are some high-water markers that both the team and its individual players could hit this season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:42:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3859,h_2170,x_380,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/GettyImages/mmsport/108/01m3s57hyer311w6jh0m.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche v Anaheim Ducks | Sean M. 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Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. 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Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche picked to reach Stanley Cup Final in wild prediction by notable analyst</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-picked-to-reach-stanley-cup-final-in-wild-prediction-by-notable-analyst-01m3pj0j1xk1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3pj0j1xk1</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche are predicted to make the 2027 Stanley Cup Final in what is a wild prediction by a notable analyst.</description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:32:49 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4325,h_2432,x_279,y_101/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3pj99q9gdz56e71jh.jpg" caption="Sep 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA;  Colorado Avalanche left wing Jaden Schwartz (71) celebrates his goal with teammates in the second period against the Winnipeg Jets at Ball Arena.  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Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche set opening-night roster with room to spare</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-set-opening-night-roster-with-room-to-spare-01m3mzs9x3bj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3mzs9x3bj</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche have set their opening-night roster.</description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:07:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5102,h_2869,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3mzv4c8pn5f48f4sq.jpg" caption="Sep 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA;  Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Ball Arena.  Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 key takeaways from Avalanche preseason</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/3-key-takeaways-from-avalanche-preseason-01m3mcjs35n6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Aaron Poorman</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3mcjs35n6</guid><description>A closer look at what preseason meant for the Avalanche finalizing the opening night roster.</description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:30:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4070,h_2289,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3md0zxnkmpjtq89p0.jpg" caption="Sep 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA;  Colorado Avalanche right wing T.J. Hughes (13) shoots and scores his third goal goal during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at Ball Arena.  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Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>T.J. Hughes’ depth chart status could be great news for the Avalanche</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/t-j-hughes-depth-chart-status-could-be-great-news-for-the-avalanche-01m3j5tc1ane?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3j5tc1ane</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche are showing great confidence in winger T.J. Hughes as he has made the team.</description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 20:01:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4070,h_2289,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3j5vn3ceeb9n6hps2.jpg" caption="Sep 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA;  Colorado Avalanche right wing T.J. 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Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche suddenly have a new battle at center</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-suddenly-have-a-new-battle-at-center-01m3av6qv150?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3av6qv150</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche have suddenly created a new battle down the middle, as the club tries out various forward line combos.</description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:20:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1612,h_906,x_96,y_828/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m3avb01c40ag438dsw.jpg" caption="Sep 21, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN;  Colorado Avalanche forward Parker Kelly (17) and Winnipeg Jets goalie Stuart Skinner (74) look for the puck during the third period at Canada Life Centre.  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Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche make roster moves as Opening Night lineup begins to take shape</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-make-roster-moves-as-opening-night-roster-begins-to-take-shape-01m38k6v0zdv?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m38k6v0zdv</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche continue to see their Opening Night roster take shape with several moves on Wednesday.</description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:22:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3431,h_1929,x_721,y_114/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m38kcat7h0eas438y3.jpg" caption="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. 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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cale Makar issues warning to the rest of the NHL </title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/cale-makar-issues-warning-to-the-rest-of-the-nhl-01m380qwbmf8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Sean McKenna</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m380qwbmf8</guid><description>Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar is fully healthy and the rest of the NHL is put on notice</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:27:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4904,h_2758,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m380twz3ryn9vxc6xc.jpg" caption="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. 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Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche have a great group of young talent they can utilize in the future</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-a-great-group-of-young-talent-they-can-utilize-in-the-future-01m354gxqdqj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m354gxqdqj</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche are known for their stars, but eventually they could have some of the better young players in the league.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:48:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4683,h_2634,x_0,y_172/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m354jad35fn12nnm6h.jpg" caption="Jan 21, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Jansen Harkins (24) controls the puck under pressure from Colorado Avalanche left wing Taylor Makar (16) and defenseman Cale Makar (8) in the third period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have Plenty to Like Despite Loss to Jets</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-plenty-to-like-despite-loss-to-jets-01m34gnr0tyq?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m34gnr0tyq</guid><description>Despite dropping a 3-1 preseason loss to the Winnipeg Jets, Colorado Avalanche fans should be encouraged about the game itself.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:23:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3318,h_1866,x_310,y_10/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m34gw0s1q151929qjt.jpg" caption="Sep 21, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN;  Colorado Avalanche forward Parker Kelly (17) and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jack St. Ivany (6) look for the puck during the first period at Canada Life Centre.  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Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche have another Makar worth watching</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-another-makar-worth-watching-01m31ygnvyg9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m31ygnvyg9</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche could have another Makar brother stealing the headlines this upcoming season.</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:25:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1130,h_635,x_349,y_209/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m31ypdze6t6rx58yhg.jpg" caption="Nov 1, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Colorado Avalanche Taylor Makar (16) takes pregame warmups before his NHL debut in a game against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. 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Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche roster begins taking shape as training camp continues</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-roster-begins-taking-shape-as-training-camp-continues-01m2y7k56xxk?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2y7k56xxk</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche announced several roster moves as the team begins to take shape ahead of the first batch of preseason games.</description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:52:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1544,h_868,x_489,y_145/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2y7r7dwc5zfc18wze.jpg" caption="Oct 25, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar during the game against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. 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Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jared Bednar has no plan on breaking Brent Burns’ ironman streak</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/jared-bednar-has-no-plan-on-breaking-brent-burns-ironman-streak-01m2vy2aedc5?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2vy2aedc5</guid><description>Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns is eyeing the all-time ironman streak this season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:49:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3936,h_2214,x_0,y_130/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2vy3x4dyw11yg1caa.jpg" caption="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 | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>MacKenzie Blackwood might have blocked trade to Winnipeg in purported Hellebuyck deal</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/mackenzie-blackwood-might-have-blocked-trade-to-winnipeg-in-purported-hellebuyck-deal-01m2tmar1hwc?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2tmar1hwc</guid><description>Colorado Avalanche goaltender MacKenzie Blackwood may have thrown a monkey wrench into a Connor Hellebuyck trade, chatter suggests.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:14:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2270,h_1276,x_566,y_252/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2tmgp2z68b14jxswg.jpg" caption="Jan 23, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche goaltender MacKenzie Blackwood (39) before the game against the Philadelphia Flyers at Ball Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. 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