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On YouTubeCale Makar News / Professor Press Box / February 26
What Makar’s Olympic Mistake Exposed Wasn’t Him
Given a week or so, it might be wise to look back and look at one of the key players in the Olympic gold medal men's hockey game. Sometimes, hockey fans get a little too loud for their own good.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 25
Breaking Down the Penguins’ Brett Kulak Trade and Samuel Girard’s Fit
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a calculated move ahead of the stretch run, acquiring defenseman Samuel Girard and a 2028 second-round pick from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for Brett Kulak.
Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / February 25
Brett Kulak, Samuel Girard trade a win-win for Avalanche and Penguins
In one of the first trades coming out of the Olympic break, the Pittsburgh Penguins acquired defenseman Samuel Girard and a 2028 second-round pick from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Brett Kulak.
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / Yardbarker / February 24
Penguins GM Kyle Dubas continues to fix one of his early mistakes
Dubas has been on quite run for the Penguins in terms of roster moves over the past season-and-a-half.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 24
Avalanche’s Jared Bednar gives reasons for Samuel Girard demotions and trade
The Colorado Avalanche kicked off the final stretch of the regular season with a trade, sending Samuel Girard to the Pittsburgh Penguins. It was tough for Girard to find playing time in Colorado, especially after Brent Burns’ arrival.
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / February 24
Avalanche Could Be Planning a Bigger Move After Kulak-Girard Trade
The Colorado Avalanche wasted no time making a trade once the Olympic trade freeze had been lifted. On Tuesday, the team sent defenseman Samuel Girard to the Pittsburgh Penguins and a second-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft for defenseman Brett Kulak.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Pittsburgh Penguins and Colorado Avalanche Swap Veteran Defencemen
The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired Samuel Girard and a 2028 second-round pick from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for Brett Kulak, the teams announced on Tuesday.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 24
2026 NHL Free Agents – Unrestricted Right-Handed Defenseman
Yesterday we took a look at the pending UFA left-handed defensemen, and today, we take a look at the right-handed defensemen that could hit the open market on July 1st.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 24
Penguins Acquire Samuel Girard From Avalanche
The Penguins acquired left-shot blue-liner Samuel Girard and a 2028 second-round pick from the Avalanche in exchange for defenseman Brett Kulak, both teams announced Tuesday.
Cale Makar News / Professor Press Box / February 23
One Gamble, One Goal Against: How OT Hinged on Makar
Overtime hockey can be a cruel game. You’re tired, the ice is banged up, every touch feels amplified, and one small decision can swing the game. That’s exactly what happened in the gold medal thriller when the game-winning goal snuck in — all traced back to one gamble by Cale Makar.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23
One Makar Play Should Change the Narrative on Evan Bouchard
Even though Cale Makar is widely considered the best defenseman in the NHL, he’s catching a lot of flak for his decision to drift back in 3-on-3 overtime, the sequence in which Team Canada lost the gold medal.
Nathan MacKinnon News / Yardbarker / February 23
Defiant Nathan MacKinnon shares bold 'better team' take about Canada loss to United States
Jack Hughes scored a "golden goal" early in overtime, propelling the Americans to a 2-1 victory and securing the gold medal on Sunday.
Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / February 25
Canada's Nathan MacKinnon had shady comment after USA won gold
Team Canada might have played better all game long, but Hellebuyck stole the win for the Americans.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 22
Canucks' trade buzz explodes as Olympic freeze set to lift
The Vancouver Canucks are expected to be busy once the NHL’s Olympic trade freeze lifts Sunday night, even if nothing is imminent. According to Thomas Drance of The Athletic, Vancouver does not currently have a deal lined up to be announced when the freeze ends at 8:59 p.m.
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 22
Brock Nelson predicts tears will be flowing thanks to mind-blowing golden Olympics family connections
The USA men’s hockey team has now won three gold medals in the Olympics after Sunday’s triumph over Canada. All three teams had a member of the Christian family on the squad.
Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / February 22
USA's Brock Nelson Continues Family Legacy With Olympic Gold Medal
Brock Nelson became the third generation of his family to win Olympic hockey gold when Team USA defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime at Milano Santagiulia Arena.
Cale Makar News / NHL Trade Talk / February 22
Cale Makar Scores Huge Tying goal for Team Canada
Cale Makar scored a huge tying goal for Team Canada late in the second period of the gold medal game against the USA at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
Colorado Avalanche News / Inside The Rink / February 21
ECHL: New Mexico Goatheads Announces NHL Affiliate
The ECHL’s newest team, the New Mexico Goatheads, have announced that they’ll be affiliated with the Colorado Avalanche. It is a multi-year affiliation deal between the two sides beginning in the 2026-27 season.
Colorado Avalanche News / Powder / February 20
Colorado Ski Resorts Just Tallied Feet of Snow. Who Got the Most?
Arapahoe Basin: 2 inches (48 hour) Aspen Highlands: 23 inches Aspen Mountain: 22 inches Beaver Creek Resort: 16 inches Breckenridge Ski Resort: 9 inches
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?
Colorado Avalanche News / Powder / February 20
Avalanche Center Warns of Dangerous Conditions in Utah Backcountry This Weekend
The Utah Avalanche Center, which forecasts avalanche conditions throughout the Beehive State, is warning of dangerous avalanche conditions across all of Utah’s mountains this weekend in a Special Avalanche Bulletin.
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 20
Connor McDavid sets Olympic record as Canada reaches gold-medal game
Even without their normal captain, Sidney Crosby, Canada showed a resilience in their semifinal win over Finland that makes an eventual gold medal seem inevitable.
Colorado Avalanche News / Powder / February 20
Colorado Forecasters Are "Very Concerned" About Avalanche Accidents This Weekend
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) is warning backcountry users that it is very concerned about the potential for avalanche accidents this
Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / February 19
Avalanche Must Address Critical Issue Prior to Playoffs
The Winter Olympics are getting closer to a conclusion and the Colorado Avalanche have had an impact on the teams that have reached the semifinals. While a handful of players continue to focus on a gold medal, Avalanche management are focusing on the stretch run prior to the NHL playoffs.
Jacob MacDonald News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 17
Avalanche Place Jacob MacDonald On Waivers
The Avalanche placed defenseman Jacob MacDonald on waivers today, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. He has been sidelined for the entire season due to hip surgery.
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