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Brock Nelson returned to the Colorado Avalanche after helping the United States win the 2026 Winter Olympics gold in men’s hockey, describing the moment as unforgettable, sharing emotional family moments, and addressing the criticism surrounding Team USA while noting he couldn’t attend the White House visit due to scheduling and family considerations, emphasizing pride in both the men’s and women’s teams.
Colorado trades defenseman Samuel Girard to Pittsburgh for Brett Kulak and a 2028 second-round pick, freeing about $2.25 million in cap space and landing a bigger, playoff-tested blueliner. Kulak should fit as a solid No. 4/5 and pair well with emerging talent Sam Malinski, while Girard provides youth for the Penguins along with added draft value. The cap space could enable a bigger deadline move, though the deal is viewed as a cap-dump with pricey potential unless it pays off with a major acquisition for Colorado.
The Pittsburgh Penguins traded Brett Kulak to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Samuel Girard and a 2028 second-round pick. Girard, 27, is under contract through 2026-27 at a $5 million AAV and has 235 career points in 588 games, adding depth to Pittsburgh’s blueline as they broaden their draft capital with multiple early-round picks over the next four years.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired defenseman Ilya Solovyov from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for forward Valtteri Puustinen and a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. Solovyov, 25, is signed through 2025-26 at $775,000 AAV and has split this season between Colorado (16 NHL games: 1 goal, 2 assists) and the Colorado Eagles (3 AHL games). In five pro seasons in North America, he has 69 points in 232 AHL games and 7 NHL points in 31 career NHL games, with prior time in the KHL and junior hockey; drafted 205th overall by Calgary in 2020.
The NHL's midseason power rankings and MVPs highlight the Colorado Avalanche as the top team, with Nathan MacKinnon as their standout player, while the Seattle Kraken make their debut in the rankings, led by Jordan Eberle. Other notable MVPs include Vasilevskiy for Tampa Bay, Boldy for Minnesota, and Crosby for Pittsburgh, reflecting strong individual performances across the league.
The Utah Mammoth will host the 2027 NHL Winter Classic against the Colorado Avalanche at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, marking a historic outdoor game for Utah and the franchise's rapid development since 2024.
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog was injured in a non-contact fall during a game against the Florida Panthers and was carried off the ice, with no immediate details on his injury; he is a key player returning from a knee injury and has contributed significantly to the team's strong season.
The Colorado Avalanche, led by Nathan MacKinnon and Valeri Nichushkin, face the Carolina Hurricanes in a regular-season NHL game, with Colorado aiming to extend its winning streak and both teams looking to improve their standings after recent losses.
The St. Louis Blues are making several lineup changes for their game against the Colorado Avalanche, including returning Jonatan Berggren to the top line and adjusting forward and defense pairings, with Jordan Binnington in goal and notable roster updates for the game.
The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 6-5 in a shootout, extending their winning streak to seven games and maintaining a strong position in the NHL standings, while Vegas took sole possession of first in the Pacific Division despite the loss.
Martin Necas signed an eight-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, after a strong start to his season and a recent trade that brought him to the team, solidifying his role in the franchise for years to come.
The LA Kings lost their season opener 4-1 to the Colorado Avalanche, with key performances from Fiala, Kopitar, and Kempe, but struggled with turnovers and penalties. Post-game, players and coach Hiller acknowledged the need for improvement, especially in forechecking and discipline, while highlighting some positive individual efforts.
Erik Johnson, a first overall NHL draft pick and key defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche, announced his retirement after 17 seasons, during which he played over 1,000 games, won the Stanley Cup in 2022, and set franchise records. He expressed gratitude for his career and contributions to the sport and his teams.
Brent Burns, a 40-year-old NHL defenseman with a record streak of 925 consecutive games, has signed a one-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche after last playing for the Carolina Hurricanes, where he scored 29 points last season.
Nikolaj Ehlers, a top free agent, is reportedly attracting interest from several teams including the Colorado Avalanche, who may prioritize signing him due to their limited cap space and lack of recent notable signings. If successful, Ehlers could be a significant addition for Colorado, potentially influencing their future trade strategies.