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On YouTubeValeri Nichushkin News / ESPN / January 19
Avalanche hold out Nichushkin after car accident 
Valeri Nichushkin was involved in a car accident on his way to the rink Monday and was held out of the Avalanche's 5-2 victory over Washington as a precaution.
Nathan MacKinnon News / Field Level Media / January 19
Nathan MacKinnon gets Avalanche back on track in win over Caps
Nathan MacKinnon had two goals and an assist to reach 1,100 career points, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Washington Capitals 5-2 in Denver on Monday.
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 19
Avalanche Recall Alex Barre-Boulet, Valeri Nuchshkin Out
The Colorado Avalanche made one more recall before Monday’s home contest against the Washington Capitals. Depth forward Alex Barre-Boulet was called-up to the NHL roster after it was announced that winger Valeri Nichushkin would miss Monday’s game with an upper-body injury.
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 18
Avalanche concerned with rare lull as slumping Capitals visit
Every team experiences lulls throughout an 82-game season, but the Colorado Avalanche seemed immune to that in the first half of the schedule. Finally, a lull has hit Colorado, which dropped four of its last six games and suffered its first loss in regulation on home ice.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 17
3 Takeaways from the Avalanche’s 7-3 Loss to the Predators
The last time we saw the Colorado Avalanche, they dropped their eighth game in overtime or a shootout, losing to the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3. Given the Avalanche have a winning percentage north of .800, it probably didn’t register on the radar of most fans.
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 16
Avalanche’s Mackenzie Blackwood making injury return
The Colorado Avalanche have been rampaging their way through the NHL this season and they have the best record in the league by a wide margin. Head coach Jared Bednar’s team got some good news as goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood is coming off the Injured List and will be in net in Friday night’s against the Nashville Predators.
Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / January 16
Avalanche AHL Affiliate Makes History With Kim Weiss Promotion
In 2024, Jessica Campbell made headlines after becoming the first woman to serve as a full-time assistant coach in the National Hockey League. Her debut was with the Seattle Kraken when they faced the St.
NHL News / Field Level Media / January 15
After rare home loss, Avalanche primed for Predators
The Colorado Avalanche had their 17-game home winning streak snapped Monday, which affords them the rare opportunity to start a new one when they host the Nashville Predators on Friday night.
Ross Colton News / Daily Faceoff / January 15
Avalanche’s Ross Colton out day-to-day with upper-body injury
The Colorado Avalanche could be without a key depth forward for Friday night’s game against the Nashville Predators. Forward Ross Colton was absent from
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 14
Avalanche Activate Mackenzie Blackwood, Reassign Trent Miner
According to a team announcement, the Colorado Avalanche have activated netminder Mackenzie Blackwood from the injured reserve. In a corresponding roster move, the Avalanche have reassigned goaltender Trent Miner to the AHL’s Colorado Eagles.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / January 14
Avalanche activate Mackenzie Blackwood off injured reserve
The Colorado Avalanche got a boost on Wednesday, as the hockey club activated goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood from injured reserve, bringing him back into the fold since placing him on injured reserve on Jan.
Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 13
Avalanche Reassign Ivan Ivan, Zakhar Bardakov
The Colorado Avalanche have shedded a few depth forwards from their active roster. According to a team announcement, the Avalanche have reassigned Ivan Ivan and Zakhar Bardakov to the AHL’s Colorado Eagles.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / January 13
Avalanche’s ECHL affiliate to be named the Trenton Ironhawks
One of the best logos in the ECHL is being replaced by another top-tier name, as the Utah Grizzlies will become the Trenton Ironhawks when the franchise relocates from West Valley City, Utah, to Trenton, New Jersey, for the 2026-27 ECHL season. The Ironhawks’ name was selected from over 2,000 submissions in a name-the-name contest.
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / January 12
Avalanche Should Be Targeting These 3 Players in Trade
It is hard to find much to complain about if you’re the Colorado Avalanche. Through 44 games, the Avalanche have amassed 72 points, a whopping 12 more than the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild who are tied for second in the Central Division.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / January 10
Gabriel Landeskog's return has played a massive role in Avalanche's first-half success
The Colorado Avalanche have been hockey’s best team through the first half of the 2025-26 regular season, going 32-4-7 with 71 points and a plus-76 goal differential through 43 games.
Colorado Avalanche News / Powder / January 9
Colorado Avalanche Forecasters Expand Free Backcountry Information Tools
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has expanded its trove of free avalanche information tools, aiming to make it easier for the public to
Colorado Avalanche News / Last Word On Sports / January 7
Colorado Avalanche Injury Update as Pair of Key Players Avoid the Worst
Colorado has faced their first real challenge this season. Last week, the club lost two key players, leaving fans craving for an Avalanche injury update.
Colorado Avalanche News / Athlon Sports / January 6
Gavin McKenna's World Juniors Performance Sparks Cale Makar Comparison
Gavin McKenna entered the World Juniors viewed as the clear favorite for the top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. That certainty shifted after the tournament.
Nathan MacKinnon News / Athlon Sports / January 5
Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Reacts to Teammate's Scary Moment
The Colorado Avalanche suffered a tough moment Sunday night despite another strong stretch this season. Captain Gabriel Landeskog left the game against the Florida Panthers with an upper-body injury after crashing into the goalpost during the second period.
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL Trade Talk / January 5
Avalanche Hold Their Breath After Scary Gabriel Landeskog Incident
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog suffered what could be a serious injury in a frightening moment on the ice after crashing hard into the goal post.
Nathan MacKinnon News / Breakaway on SI / January 3
Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Chasing Elusive Career Goal
Nathan MacKinnon is having the best offensive season of his career at exactly the right time. The Colorado Avalanche superstar is tied with Connor McDavid for the NHL scoring lead with 70 points and sits on the verge of accomplishing something that's eluded him throughout his decorated career.
Devon Toews News / NHL Trade Talk / January 1
Complications Surface with Devon Toews’ Selection to Team Canada
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews was selected for Team Canada on Wednesday, but there could be a potential complication when it comes to him making it to Italy.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 27
Oilers' Connor McDavid is on best offensive run of career
The NHL returns from its holiday break on Saturday, and the Edmonton Oilers are coming out of that break as one of the league's hottest teams. The driving force behind this recent surge is superstar forward Connor McDavid.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 23
Team USA would be setting itself up for Olympic failure if Stars' Jason Robertson is left off roster
As things stand entering play on Tuesday, Robertson's 23 goals are fourth-most in the entire NHL.
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