All articles tagged with #colorado avalanche
Originally Published 4 days ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 4 days ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by CBS News
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.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by CBS Sports
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by LA Kings Insider
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.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NHL.com
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Colorado Hockey Now
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NHL.com
Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood were traded from the Colorado Avalanche to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Gavin Brindley and draft picks, with both players bringing experience and energy to the Blue Jackets.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Denver Post
The Colorado Avalanche re-signed Brock Nelson to a three-year, $22.5 million deal, signaling their commitment to a competitive roster and putting pressure on GM Chris MacFarland and coach Jared Bednar to succeed, especially after recent playoff disappointments. The move addresses the team's need for a second-line center but also limits flexibility for future roster changes, emphasizing the high stakes for the upcoming season.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Colorado Hockey Now
The Colorado Avalanche have signed Brock Nelson to a three-year, $7.5 million AAV contract extension, keeping him as a key part of their second-line center for the foreseeable future, after acquiring him from the New York Islanders at the trade deadline.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Mercury News
The San Jose Sharks traded goalie Mackenzie Blackwood to the Colorado Avalanche in a multi-player deal that also involved forwards Givani Smith and Nikolai Kovalenko, as well as several draft picks. Blackwood, who had been the Sharks' top goalie, joins the Avalanche, who are looking to strengthen their playoff position. In return, the Sharks receive struggling goalie Alexandar Georgiev and draft picks, with Colorado retaining part of Georgiev's salary. The trade comes ahead of the NHL trade deadline, as both teams adjust their rosters for the remainder of the season.