https://milehighsticking.comhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-facing-blackhawks-early-in-season-would-be-great-news-01kx3sdzszj6?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kx3sdzszj6The Colorado Avalanche will hope to get at least one early-season game in against the Blackhawks for one simple reason.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:34:03 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-get-decent-grade-for-free-agent-signings-01kx2baqym75?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kx2baqym75The Colorado Avalanche got a solid grade for their free-agent signings, even if some moves remain questionable.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:35:17 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/3-avalanche-players-in-need-of-redemption-in-2026-27-01kx15hcx8ag?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kx15hcx8agThe Colorado Avalanche had a dominant 2025-26 season, but it could have gone even better.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:27:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/the-biggest-mistake-avalanche-could-make-this-season-01kwzssh9gtc?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwzssh9gtcThe biggest mistake the Colorado Avalanche could make this season doesn't really have to do with on-ice performance.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:50:26 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/gabriel-landeskog-s-health-more-important-than-ever-for-the-avalanche-01kwzhnbfr0k?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwzhnbfr0kThe Colorado Avalanche need more from captain Gabriel Landeskog in 2026-27.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:44:24 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/here-s-how-much-avalanche-will-have-in-dead-cap-space-in-2026-27-01kwzfrcvt3e?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwzfrcvt3eThe Colorado Avalanche will have to carry a specific amount of dead cap space this upcoming season, potentially limiting the club's moves.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:55:16 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-players-who-need-to-make-more-noise-in-2026-27-01kwz03dsdq9?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwz03dsdq9There are a number of Colorado Avalanche players/prospects who need to make a big difference in 2026-27.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:49:34 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/could-avalanche-have-a-whopper-in-them-this-offseason-01kwx9c8mbs7?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwx9c8mbs7The Colorado Avalanche might still be up to something this summer, amid interesting rumors swirling around.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/this-route-is-one-colorado-avalanche-want-to-take-01kwx7w42tgx?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwx7w42tgxThe Colorado Avalanche could be looking to take a much-needed path amid clear organizational needs.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:00:48 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/elliotte-friedman-has-awesome-prediction-about-cale-makar-s-extension-01kwvtagwjg0?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwvtagwjg0Elliotte Friedman hints that the Colorado Avalanche could get lucky with Cale Makar’s upcoming extension, along with the fact that the salary cap continues to rise.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/one-colorado-avalanche-rumor-that-seems-too-good-to-be-true-01kwvvjw3pq0?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwvvjw3pq0The Colorado Avalanche were reportedly looking at a major piece this offseason, even if nothing has come of it yet.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:03:02 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-had-1-intriguing-reason-to-trade-nichushkin-01kwr32dvh2b?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwr32dvh2bThe Colorado Avalanche had an intriguing reason to move Valeri Nichushkin when they did this offseason.Sun, 05 Jul 2026 03:00:52 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-could-still-get-a-discount-on-artturi-lehkonen-s-next-contract-01kwqa5z271j?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwqa5z271jGetting a hometown discount on Artturi Lehkonen’s extennsion would be nice for the Colorado Avalanche.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:00:21 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/zakhar-bardakov-made-the-right-call-for-himself-by-going-back-to-the-khl-01kwpymvpcpa?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwpymvpcpaAvalanche restricted free agent Zakhar Bardakov has chosen to head to the KHL despite being tendered.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:33:29 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/how-carlsson-offer-sheet-unexpectedly-affects-cale-makar-01kwpg5wqqre?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwpg5wqqreThe Leo Carlsson offer sheet could have an unintended consequence on Cale Makar and the Colorado Avalanche.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:12:50 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/for-joe-sakic-being-a-gm-is-like-riding-a-bike-01kwng7szd50?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwng7szd50The once and future Colorado Avalanche GM Joe Sakic seems like he hasn't missed a day at his old job.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:30:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-news-offer-sheet-mania-has-hit-the-nhl-01kwnfk7nk78?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwnfk7nk78The NHL has been hit by a sudden wave of offer sheets, as the Colorado Avalanche keep an eye out on the developments.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:40:45 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/nathan-mackinnon-s-contract-looks-like-a-bargain-now-01kwmfx9ym2f?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwmfx9ym2fWith Friday’s news of Leo Carlsson receiving an offer sheet, Nathan MacKinnon’s contract with the Avalanche looks amazing now.Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:09:55 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-may-need-to-make-cap-clearing-move-01kwk0ggpar7?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwk0ggpar7The Colorado Avalanche may run into a cap-crunch situation, forcing a move to open up some space down the line.Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:35:33 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-hope-that-fedor-svechkov-can-replace-jack-drury-s-impact-01kwhzn5bq49?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwhzn5bq49The Colorado Avalanche hope that letting Jack Drury go to a division rival wasn’t a big mistake, and one of their additions in that trade will be key in determining that.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:20:55 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-projected-lineup-following-first-day-of-free-agency-01kwcpz4zeba?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwcpz4zebaThe Colorado Avalanche had very little cap space to work with, but still made some signings on the first day of free agency.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:36:27 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-former-stars-find-new-homes-on-1st-day-of-2026-nhl-free-agency-01kwgaqw06f0?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwgaqw06f0Some former Colorado Avalanche stars found new homes on the first day of 2026 NHL free agency, offering them another chance at success.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:00:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-ended-up-having-a-busy-first-day-of-nhl-free-agency-after-all-01kwg988mrq0?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwg988mrq0The Colorado Avalanche made several moves on Wednesday, signaling that the club wasn't going to sit on the sidelines.Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:14:02 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-keep-getting-richer-with-stunning-addition-01kwf9nb3xrv?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwf9nb3xrvThe Colorado Avalanche might just be an example of the rich getting richer with their stunning free agent signing on July 1.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/colorado-avalanche-add-to-top-six-with-jaden-schwartz-signing-01kwf8j9sqm6?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwf8j9sqm6The Colorado Avalanche agreed to terms with Jaden Schwartz to a three-year deal.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:53:55 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-might-have-quiet-first-day-on-nhl-free-agency-01kwf62t5ztg?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwf62t5ztgThe Colorado Avalanche may not be overly active on July 1 despite the madness of Day 1 of NHL free agency.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:56:19 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/a-jonathan-drouin-avalanche-reunion-makes-perfect-sense-01kwd6w0gfpv?utm_source=RSSAndrew Smiglowski01kwd6w0gfpvThe NHL free agency window opens on July 1, 2026, and the first call the Avalanche should make is to Jonathan Drouin's agent.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/pierre-lebrun-links-boone-jenner-to-avalanche-and-it-makes-perfect-sense-01kwdkdjhp1e?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwdkdjhp1eThe Colorado Avalanche could use another depth piece, and Boone Jenner could be the answer.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:35:40 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/players-who-didn-t-get-qualifying-offers-that-the-colorado-avalanche-should-consider-01kwb1h6tktc?utm_source=RSSConor Lively01kwb1h6tktcSome interesting names are hitting free agency after not getting qualifying offers from their clubs. The Avalanche should take note and look into some of these names.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:06:55 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-announce-roster-for-development-camp-with-some-familiar-names-01kwchzcva7z?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kwchzcva7zThe Colorado Avalanche are getting underway with their development camp, as they announced the roster for the occasion.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:59:32 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/cale-makar-extension-not-close-insider-claims-01kwb2gvvsm8?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kwb2gvvsm8The Colorado Avalanche and Cale Makar are reportedly not close to a contract extension, but that's something that could change at any time.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:39:54 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/free-agent-targets-the-avalanche-should-target-to-fill-their-roster-needs-01kw8b16p33c?utm_source=RSSConor Lively01kw8b16p33cWith free agency just days away, the Avalanche have holes to fill. Here's a look at some players who could fill out the roster.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:28:45 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/colorado-avalanche-look-for-forward-depth-in-three-former-first-round-picks-01kwa46k3zb1?utm_source=RSSAaron Poorman01kwa46k3zb1The Colorado Avalanche were wheeling and dealing leading up to the 2026 NHL Draft. Less than 10 days after sending Ross Colton to Nashville, Colorado again did Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:59:41 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/reason-for-avalanche-predators-trade-now-abundantly-clear-01kw9s3q0nv4?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw9s3q0nv4The reason why the Colorado Avalanche traded an RFA forward this offseason has now become completely evident.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:33:50 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-s-jack-drury-replacement-likely-to-be-in-free-agency-01kw8hgwnp4x?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw8hgwnp4xThe Colorado Avalanche will probably look at the free agent market for Jack Drury’s replacement at fourth-line center, and this player could be the answer.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:04:02 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-did-something-few-contenders-do-this-past-weekend-01kw8kd7ggjq?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw8kd7ggjqThe Colorado Avalanche did something that not many contending teams do, considering how important the draft has become.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:36:08 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-fans-should-be-excited-about-this-area-of-egor-shilov-s-game-01kw7c1dftw0?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw7c1dftw0Avalanche second-round pick Egor Shilov could bring a heavy dose firepower in a couple of years.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:42:06 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/2-avalanche-prospects-that-can-reach-the-ahl-first-01kw5xsascfk?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw5xsascfkBased off of one thing in particular, these Avalanche 2026 Draft picks can reach the AHL quicker than any of the other picks taken by the team.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:24:06 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-fans-should-have-hope-about-2026-draft-prospects-for-one-reason-01kw5t0ztatc?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw5t0ztatcThere is one key reason that fans should be excited about the Colorado Avalanche’s recent draft picks, and it has to do with their main roster.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:13:56 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/the-avalanche-reshaped-their-goaltending-future-in-the-draft-01kw5bz7wvss?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw5bz7wvssThe Colorado Avalanche had a bunch of picks in the 2026 NHL Draft, and used two of them on goalies. Here’s a look at their goalie pipeline.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:08:48 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-hoping-7th-rounds-shots-stick-somewhere-01kw5cp2w70s?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw5cp2w70sThe Colorado Avalanche took three shots in the 7th round of the 2026 NHL Draft, hoping that any of them could stick.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:40:55 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-land-former-first-round-pick-for-depth-center-01kw5a9nzvet?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw5a9nzvetThe Colorado Avalanche could have just made a sneaky-good trade, landing a former first-round pick for a depth forward.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:57:27 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-add-to-their-defensive-depth-with-two-fifth-round-selections-01kw56bvx7g1?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw56bvx7g1The Colorado Avalanche are re-stocking their prospect pool, and added two defenders in the fifth-round of the 2026 NHL Draft.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:27:04 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-go-for-unseen-upside-with-4th-round-picks-01kw565es0g6?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw565es0g6The Colorado Avalanche will be looking to tap into an unseen upside with its two picks in the fourth round of the 2026 NHL Draft.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:47:46 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-target-versatility-with-undersized-forward-in-round-3-01kw4zqpvqx8?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw4zqpvqx8The Colorado Avalanche targeted an intriguing forward in the third round of the 2026 NHL Draft.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:03:07 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/colorado-avalanche-are-the-perfect-place-for-egor-shilov-to-develop-01kw4x9td3gb?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw4x9td3gbThe Colorado Avalanche selected Egor Shilov in the second round of the 2026 NHL Draft, a perfect landing spot for him.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:41:05 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-taking-flyer-on-pure-offensive-skill-with-2nd-round-pick-01kw4wa9cq6y?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw4wa9cq6yThe Colorado Avalanche took a bit of a flyer in the second round of the 2026 NHL Draft, drafting a talented winger who comes with plenty of offense.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:55:34 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-set-for-busy-day-2-of-2026-nhl-draft-01kw4k80dnq3?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw4k80dnq3The Colorado Avalanche are getting ready for a busy Day 2 at the 2026 NHL Draft, with the club kicking off its first selection at No. 43.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:17:21 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-division-rival-loading-up-at-2026-nhl-draft-01kw3dwpnd5n?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw3dwpnd5nA Central Division rival loaded up during the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft, potentially making life a bit harder for the Colorado Avalanche.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:22:56 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/the-jets-may-have-done-the-avalanche-a-favour-in-the-nhl-draft-01kw37fdt1rz?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw37fdt1rzThe Jets may have made a mistake with their first-round draft pick, which would be great for the Colorado Avalanche.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 01:07:40 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-a-new-superstar-foe-to-face-in-gavin-mckenna-01kw37b4a465?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw37b4a465The Colorado Avalanche will have another future superstar to contend with, as the first pick of the 2026 NHL Draft is in.Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:26:50 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-messed-up-with-return-they-got-from-nichushkin-trade-01kw2nwh4349?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw2nwh4349The Colorado Avalanche shouldn’t have folded and should have kept Valeri Nichushkin pending a blockbuster deal.Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:37:35 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-make-good-use-of-cap-space-by-shoring-up-blue-line-01kw2ntdyn6f?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw2ntdyn6fThe Colorado Avalanche took care of major business on Friday, shoring up the blue line with two key signings.Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:22:26 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-re-sign-two-of-their-own-ahead-of-nhl-draft-01kw2gw404mw?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw2gw404mwThe Colorado Avalanche continue to make moves, this time re-signing two of their own defenders.Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:09:21 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-a-chance-to-change-the-script-of-prospect-pool-in-2026-nhl-draft-01kw22gk1g2y?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw22gk1g2yThe Colorado Avalanche need to make the 2026 NHL Draft count.Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:10:49 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-salary-cap-update-following-valeri-nichushkin-trade-to-blue-jackets-01kw0k4306sj?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw0k4306sjHow much cap space do the Colorado Avalanche have following the trade of Valeri Nichushkin?Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:13:03 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-could-land-big-defensive-gem-in-mid-rounds-of-2026-draft-01kvzsgn00my?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvzsgn00myThe Avalanche are always looking for big defensemen, and this player could fit the mold.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:24:57 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-rectify-a-huge-mistake-with-nichuskin-trade-01kw0b8temf7?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kw0b8temf7It took the team four years, but it rectified a huge mistake it made following its 2022 Stanley Cup run.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:40:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/valeri-nichushkin-will-he-won-t-he-get-traded-game-is-finally-over-01kw07aw3efh?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kw07aw3efhValeri Nichushkin is being traded by the Colorado Avalanche to the Columbus Blue Jackets.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:38:30 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/players-selected-around-avalanche-s-former-62nd-overall-pick-could-reveal-what-colorado-left-on-the-board-01kvyadpdxh0?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvyadpdxh0It will be interesting to see how the players selected around the Avalanche’s former second-round draft selection will turn out in the coming years.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:08:12 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-can-still-score-big-in-4th-round-of-2026-nhl-draft-01kvy6mpzymx?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvy6mpzymxThe Colorado Avalanche can score "big" players in the fourth round of the 2026 NHL Draft, as they hold two picks.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:30:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/a-look-at-the-history-of-transactions-between-the-avalanche-and-predators-01kvxx4btvga?utm_source=RSSAndrew Smiglowski01kvxx4btvgaChris MacFarland has already traded for two of his former players, and this may end up coming back to bite the Avs.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:35:09 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-acquisition-zachary-l-heureux-poised-to-add-needed-grit-to-bottom-six-group-01kvxz0k47ht?utm_source=RSSSean McKenna01kvxz0k47htThe Colorado Avalanche acquired gritty forward Zach L'Heureux to add grit and sandpaper to the bottom six.Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:21:02 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-turn-drury-into-2-first-round-picks-in-deal-with-predators-01kvxssp9ycg?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvxssp9ycgThe Colorado Avalanche turned Jack Drury into two first-round picks, pieces that will help the team remain as the deepest in the NHL.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:54:39 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-make-another-deal-with-predators-in-surprising-move-01kvxq2btj31?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvxq2btj31The Colorado Avalanche have moved off of one of the players that head coach Jared Bednar praised frequently.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:23:47 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-would-regret-not-trading-valeri-nichushkin-01kvxjed1edb?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvxjed1edbThe Colorado Avalanche holding onto Valeri Nichushkin could prove to be a grave mistake.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:02:06 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-former-1st-round-pick-returns-to-central-division-01kvvqms1t35?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvvqms1t35A former Colorado Avalanche first-round pick will be returning to the Central Division, hoping to prove he's a true number-one guy.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 02:41:04 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/the-avalanche-should-target-these-player-archetypes-in-the-2026-nhl-draft-01kvv738gxsw?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvv738gxswDespite lacking a first and second-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Avalanche will have a theme to go off of.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:46:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-might-still-be-active-on-day-1-of-2026-nhl-draft-01kvs6sgb4aw?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvs6sgb4awThe Colorado Avalanche might still pull off a move or two in Day 1 of the 2026 NHL Draft despite not having any picks in the first two rounds.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 03:30:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/brady-tkachuk-trade-is-actually-good-news-for-avalanche-01kvs5555pg0?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvs5555pg0The Colorado Avalanche could find that the recent Brady Tkachuk trade was actually something good for them in a roundabout way.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:39:31 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-need-to-draft-this-up-and-coming-defenseman-with-their-first-pick-01kvr4tjmnp8?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvr4tjmnp8Passed over in the 2025 NHL Draft, this prospect could be an awesome target for the Colorado Avalanche.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:14:16 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-could-be-intrigued-to-hold-onto-valeri-nichushkin-after-all-01kvp7485xb3?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvp7485xb3The Colorado Avalanche’s offseason moves, particularly moving Valeri Nichushkin, might or might not have something to do with what their rivals end up doing.Mon, 22 Jun 2026 02:07:28 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-few-players-they-must-re-sign-this-offseason-01kvnj7zxg6k?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvnj7zxg6kThe Colorado Avalanche’s UFA talent is slim, but there are a couple players the team should re-sign.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:52:38 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-to-avoid-a-critical-mistake-if-they-move-valeri-nichushkin-01kvezg2ac5k?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvezg2ac5kThe Colorado Avalanche cannot afford to take less than they deserve for Valeri Nichushkin if a trade is on the horizon.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:51:39 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-have-no-bad-contracts-this-offseason-01kvm0ask63f?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvm0ask63fThe Colorado Avalanche are fortunate enough to be devoid of what pundits would call "bad" contracts this offseason.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:00:03 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/analyst-warns-teams-to-avoid-kulak-this-offseason-01kvkz1rn9z8?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvkz1rn9z8A notable analyst issued a warning to NHL teams to avoid Brett Kulak this summer, citing an interesting reason for his assessment.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 03:00:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-could-target-intriguing-prospect-in-3rd-round-of-2026-nhl-draft-01kvkxpa0tcq?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvkxpa0tcqThe Colorado Avalanche could land an intriguing prospect in the third round of the 2026 NHL Draft, potentially adding to the team's prospect pipeline.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:52:40 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-acquire-organizational-depth-with-magnus-chrona-01kvhh0mc1ta?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvhh0mc1taThe Colorado Avalanche added organizational depth with Magnus Chrona, but there could be something else there.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/colton-trade-paves-way-for-avalanche-re-signing-players-01kvfv8dbtg1?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvfv8dbtg1The Colorado Avalanche's trade of Ross Colton allows the club to re-sign crucial free agents this offseason.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 03:18:37 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-should-focus-on-positional-needs-in-2026-nhl-draft-01kvex8qwy7g?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvex8qwy7gThe Colorado Avalanche should focus on positional needs in the 2026 NHL Draft given the organization's current depth.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:30:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-might-have-to-target-center-in-free-agent-market-this-offseason-01kvevxxq6cm?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvevxxq6cmThe Colorado Avalanche, as implausible as it may seem, might have to target a center in the free-agent market this offseason.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:00:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-can-afford-being-patient-with-2026-nhl-draft-selections-01kvdpnj2sxc?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvdpnj2sxcPatience is a key to success and that could be the route the Avalanche go in the 2026 NHL Draft.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:05:05 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/elliotte-friedman-reveals-connor-hellebuyck-intel-that-avalanche-will-love-01kvc3xcadf2?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kvc3xcadf2The Colorado Avalanche could see the rival Winnipeg Jets make a franchise-shifting move sometime.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:01:16 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-lose-another-forward-this-time-to-the-khl-01kvc5w3yjm4?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvc5w3yjm4The Colorado Avalanche lost another depth forward, as a prospect chose to retun to the KHL this summer.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:40:16 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/early-offseason-moves-already-showing-encouraging-signs-for-colorado-avalanche-01kvb2k7b3x4?utm_source=RSSAaron Poorman01kvb2k7b3x4A breakdown of early offseason moves and how they are smart business by the Colorado Avalanche.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:34:08 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/this-had-to-be-the-worst-trade-of-the-macfarland-era-in-colorado-01kvaxewk2b9?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kvaxewk2b9Looking back at a former Colorado Avalanche GM's tenure, one move stands out as the worst one, if you could call it that.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:55:58 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/3-colorado-avalanche-can-learn-from-carolina-hurricanes-stanley-cup-winning-season-01kv97mxp7s8?utm_source=RSSKatie Bartlett01kv97mxp7s8There are many factors to why the Carolina Hurricanes won the Stanley Cup this season, and three of them are ones from which the Colorado Avalanche can learn.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:15:00 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/macfarland-s-first-move-in-nashville-was-to-acquire-avalanche-fan-favorite-01kv99wk5c6d?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kv99wk5c6dNashville Predators GM Chris MacFarland is already rummaging through his old team, the Colorado Avalanche, for upgrades.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:52:47 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/avalanche-back-in-the-western-conference-driver-s-seat-after-john-tortorella-news-01kv8kfgk5t7?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kv8kfgk5t7The Colorado Avalanche received great news from an opposing Western Conference team on Tuesday.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:16:37 +0000enhttps://milehighsticking.com/colorado-avalanche-trade-ross-colton-to-predators-01kv9449ze4n?utm_source=RSSGraham Tiedtke01kv9449ze4nRoss Colton is headed to a division rival from the Avalanche to the Predators.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:22:52 +0000en