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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 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. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Gabriel Landeskog sends strong message about his Avalanche season</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/gabriel-landeskog-sends-strong-message-about-his-avalanche-season-01m2wyc6xqt3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2wyc6xqt3</guid><description>Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog proved bullish about his prospects this season, sending a positive message to the team.</description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:58:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2873,h_1616,x_701,y_107/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2wygxrk07wn2jv92d.jpg" caption="May 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) 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 | 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. 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 fans should be worried by reported Hellebuyck offer Jets rejected</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-fans-should-be-worried-by-reported-hellebuyck-offer-jets-rejected-01m2t923d2wr?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2t923d2wr</guid><description>The Winnipeg Jets reportedly turned down a truckload for Connor Hellebuyck, something that should really concern Colorado Avalanche fans.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:57:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1961,h_1103,x_819,y_216/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2t999k6psj1c9w6mj.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2018; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic following the win over the St. Louis Bluesat the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nikishin to Avalanche doesn’t make sense on so many levels</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/nikishin-to-avalanche-doesn-t-make-sense-on-so-many-levels-01m2s61b1d9z?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2s61b1d9z</guid><description>The idea of the Colorado Avalanche targeting RFA blueliner Alexander Nikishin is wrong for so many reasons.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4884,h_2747,x_380,y_297/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2s683afq21nw0fwrn.jpg" caption="Jun 9, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;  Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin (21) warms up before game four of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche may have just gotten good news in Connor Hellebuyck pursuit</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-may-have-just-gotten-good-news-in-connor-hellebuyck-pursuit-01m2pjefjca4?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2pjefjca4</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche may just gotten the news they have been waiting for in their pursuit of Connor Hellebuyck.</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:23:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1200,h_675,x_0,y_333/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2pjjrqrq3e0mrqvft.jpg" caption="Feb 8, 2020; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN;  Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) against the Ottawa Senators at Bell MTS Place. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche taking right approach with training camp groups</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-taking-right-approach-with-training-camp-groups-01m2s5hca627?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2s5hca627</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche are doing the right thing by wisely splitting up its training camp groups this fall.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:37:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3957,h_2225,x_320,y_137/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2s5p9bca86q71c7fd.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>There was only one unknown about Brent Burns’ future</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/there-was-only-one-unknown-about-brent-burns-future-01m2phey0pr4?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2phey0pr4</guid><description>Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns always knew he would play during the 2026-27 season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:16:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3980,h_2238,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2phg55tn6t45td3wv.jpg" caption="Oct 25, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns (84) during the game against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-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 major waiver problem brewing</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-a-major-waiver-problem-brewing-01m2pg7m0xs6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2pg7m0xs6</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche will have some tough choices to make with some players being eligible for waivers for the first time in their careers.</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2010,h_1130,x_914,y_60/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2pgcq9a6hhws51aq3.jpg" caption="Apr 8, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;   Nashville Predators left wing Zachary L&#39;Heureux (68) warms up before a game against the New York Islanders at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Latest Cale Makar ailment nothing to worry about per Jared Bednar</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/latest-cale-makar-ailment-nothing-to-worry-about-per-jared-bednar-01m2pejqpxk8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2pejqpxk8</guid><description>Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar addressed the recent injury to defenseman Cale Makar.</description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 01:26:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8106,h_4559,x_0,y_111/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2pem41thjjhqm1mfa.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) 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. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche were smart to avoid turning into the Red Wings</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-were-smart-to-avoid-turning-into-the-red-wings-01m2m310qe09?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2m310qe09</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche are extremely fortunate the team didn&#39;t run into the mess the Detroit Red Wings became.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3707,h_2085,x_998,y_537/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2m36ch3bv6tjzt247.jpg" caption="Jun 30, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic speaks during the Stanley Cup Championship Celebration. 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Sokolowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche prospect Beckett Hamilton may have changed his outlook this weekend</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-prospect-beckett-hamilton-may-have-changed-his-outlook-this-weekend-01m2es4avj2p?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2es4avj2p</guid><description>Colorado Avalanche prospect Beckett Hamilton could be making the organization look awfully smart for picking him in the 2026 NHL Draft.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 01:46:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8416,h_4734,x_0,y_768/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m2es9bv0hfa5ar7hq7.jpg" caption="Jun 14, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic speaks during media day for the 2022 Stanley Cup Final at Ball Arena. 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Sokolowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Aaron Poorman"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ilya Nabokov could change Avalanche plans faster than expected</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/ilya-nabokov-could-change-avalanche-plans-faster-than-expected-01m25nznmj89?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m25nznmj89</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche&#39;s plans could see a major shift if Ilya Nabokov turns out to be as good, or even better than expected.</description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:53 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1448,h_814,x_938,y_518/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m25pba9g8fmp6jqd8s.jpg" caption="Jan 26, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche president of hockey operations Joe Sakic looks on in the third period against the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena. 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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’s goaltending room could get complicated sooner than later</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-s-goaltending-room-could-get-complicated-sooner-than-later-01m1wm7a4nbj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1wm7a4nbj</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche don’t have a problem at goaltender, but a trade could eventually be in play.</description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:49:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4698,h_2642,x_0,y_178/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m1wm99bt7feyhkynfm.jpg" caption="Dec 23, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) in the third period against the Utah Mammoth at Ball Arena. 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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 should consider bringing back familiar face on PTO</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-should-consider-bringing-back-familiar-face-on-pto-01m1rwba9y1z?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1rwba9y1z</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche could address their depth needs by bringing back a familiar face ahead of training camp.</description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:39:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3639,h_2046,x_771,y_374/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m1rwe347sjghzc5qs9.jpg" caption="May 3, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Nick Blankenburg (37) celebrates his goal scored against the Minnesota Wild during the second period in game one of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. 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Coach Jared Bednar (right) asks referee Jordan Samuels-Thomas (37) to review a goal by the  Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Makar contract won&#39;t ruin Avalanche&#39;s 2027-28 cap situation</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/makar-contract-won-t-ruin-avalanche-s-2027-28-cap-situation-01m1eg8s2sm1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1eg8s2sm1</guid><description>Contrary to what some doom-and-gloomers have posited, Cale Makar&#39;s contract will not ruin the Colorado Avalanche&#39;s cap situation moving forward.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:54:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4110,h_2311,x_491,y_123/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m1egcaern4fts73hwc.jpg" caption="Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Colorado Avalanche executive vice president and general manager Joe Sakic speaks after receiving the Jim Gregory general manager of the year award during the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre. 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Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche emerge as stunning Hellebuyck favorites, data show</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-emerge-as-stunning-hellebuyck-favorites-data-show-01m147gbw134?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m147gbw134</guid><description>The market has begun to price in the possibility of the Colorado Avalanche becoming the landing spot all-world goalie Connor Hellebuyck.</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:11:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1658,h_932,x_995,y_56/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m147qrre6xfvgzd4yk.jpg" caption="Apr 6, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) warms up before a game against the Seattle Kraken at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche may be seeing a strange Makar-Hellebuyck connection</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-may-be-seeing-a-strange-makar-hellebuyck-connection-01m12nkmhf6a?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m12nkmhf6a</guid><description>In this thought exercise, a strange connection between Cale Makar and Connor Hellebuyck could lead to a Colorado Avalanche super team.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:40:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3729,h_2097,x_0,y_132/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m12nqfpftc8atp914n.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) warms up before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Makar extension could be imminent, insider reports</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/makar-extension-could-be-imminent-insider-reports-01m11qwv3fjj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m11qwv3fjj</guid><description>The long-awaited Cale Makar extension could be happening soon, as notable insider Elliotte Friedman reported.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:56:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7507,h_4222,x_902,y_1092/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m11qzadeax2k1k0tyw.jpg" caption="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. 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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 already emerging as Stanley Cup Final pick</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-already-emerging-as-stanley-cup-final-pick-01m10faw1cr2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m10faw1cr2</guid><description>Early projections show that the Colorado Avalanche are on their way to a successful 2026-27 season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:13:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4203,h_2364,x_719,y_33/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m10fje618jrdx5ggz6.jpg" caption="Jan 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche players celebrate after the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Ball Arena. 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 will succeed again if they continue this 2025-26 trend</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-will-succeed-again-if-they-continue-this-2025-26-trend-01m0zqy5ejpj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Graham Tiedtke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0zqy5ejpj</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche will need to rely on more than just their star players to follow up a great 2025-26 season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:02:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5177,h_2912,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m0zrjrrkmp2sxnk1n9.jpg" caption="Mar 12, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Colorado Avalanche forward Martin Necas (88), center, celebrates a goal with forward Nazem Kadri (91) and forward Nathan MacKinnon (29) during the first period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Graham Tiedtke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NHL Network missed what makes Nathan MacKinnon special</title><link>https://milehighsticking.com/nhl-network-missed-what-makes-nathan-mackinnon-special-01m0y09t4497?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nestor Quixtan</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0y09t4497</guid><description>NHL Network&#39;s most recent ranking of NHL centers completely missed the mark, as Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon did not get the respect he deserves.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2245,h_1262,x_908,y_277/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/108/01m0y0dheyqerffdp1p9.jpg" caption="May 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) reacts after scoring a goal during the third period against the Minnesota Wild in game two of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. 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