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Avalanche HC Enraged After Controversial Call Ends 17-Game Point Streak

The Colorado Avalanche came into Thursday night's matchup against the New York Islanders riding one of the most impressive runs in recent NHL history. They had lost just once in regulation through 26 games and were rolling through opponents with the kind of dominance that makes you wonder if anyone can stop them.

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Avalanche HC Jared Bednar goes off on refs for missed call during Islanders loss

The Colorado Avalanche suffered a surprising defeat on Thursday, losing 6-3 to the New York Islanders at UBS Arena, only their second regulation loss in 27 games.

Colorado Avalanche News / ESPN / December 4

Isles top juggernaut Avalanche with 'surprise' win

Islanders coach Patrick Roy team defeated the mighty Avalanche, 6-3, to snap Colorado's 17-game point streak is a statement win for the Islanders.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

Colorado Avalanche News / Field Level Media / December 3

Nathan MacKinnon nets pair as Avalanche top Canucks

Nathan MacKinnon scored twice to extend his NHL lead, Brock Nelson also scored, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-1 in Denver on Tuesday night.

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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.

Scott Wedgewood News / Daily Faceoff / December 3

Avalanche’s Scott Wedgewood leaves game with upper-body injury

The Colorado Avalanche announced on social media that goaltender Scott Wedgewood left Tuesday’s game against the Vancouver Canucks with an upper-body injury and would not return.

Nathan MacKinnon News / The Hockey Writers / December 2

2 Nathan MacKinnon Goals Lead to Avalanche’s 3-1 Win Over Canucks

The Colorado Avalanche kicked off December with their second meeting of the 2025-26 season against the Vancouver Canucks. The last time these two teams met, the Avalanche won 5-4 in overtime on Nov.

Valeri Nichushkin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 2

Avalanche’s Valeri Nichushkin returning to lineup

The Avalanche will have winger Valeri Nichushkin back in the lineup for tonight’s game against the Canucks, Aarif Deen of Colorado Hockey Now reports. He was never placed on injured reserve, so no corresponding move is required.

Colorado Avalanche News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Avalanche Announce Nathan MacKinnon News Before Canucks Game

The Colorado Avalanche shared important injury updates on Monday, announcing that star center Nathan MacKinnon is sick and will not practice. MacKinnon’s status is now uncertain for Tuesday’s game against the Vancouver Canucks.

Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / December 1

Colorado Avalanche’s 3 Stars of November

This season, the Colorado Avalanche are playing at a level that is unmatched by any other NHL team. They’re on a 16-game point streak with an 18-1-6 record.

Jared Bednar News / Breakaway on SI / December 1

Avalanche on Pace to Break Bruins Record Under Jared Bednar

The Colorado Avalanche aren't just winning games. They're winning at a historic pace. If the current trajectory holds, Jared Bednar's squad is on track to finish with 138 points, which would obliterate the Boston Bruins' record-setting 2022-23 campaign.

Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / November 30

Avalanche Goalies Pushing Each Other to New Heights

The Colorado Avalanche have one of the best teams in hockey right now, and a huge reason for their success is the play coming from the crease. Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood have formed a tandem that's not just effective, it's competitive in the best possible way.

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The 'Receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games in a season' quiz

The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

Brock Nelson News / The Sick Podcast / November 29

Brock Nelson Leads The Way As Avs Crush Habs

The Montreal Canadiens proved on Saturday afternoon that they are still a long way from being a true contender in the league as the Colorado Avalanche dominated from start to finish, beating them 7-2, led by forward Brock Nelson, who had 2 goals and 4 points on the day.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

NHL Predictions: Nov 28 Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Colorado Avalanche News / Yardbarker / November 27

Avalanche are best team in NHL, and their numbers prove it

Avalanche are best team in NHL, and their staggering numbers prove it

It is not just the fact that the Avalanche have the best record in the NHL that is impressive. It is how much better they have been than everybody else.

NHL-best Avalanche and Wild put long winning streaks on the line

Top and bottom Eastern Conference teams battle as Devils face Sabres

Brady Tkachuk to make return to Senators in familiar location

USA unveils jerseys for Winter Olympics

Is Tristan Jarry an option for the Oilers?

NHL trade board: 45 names to watch at U.S. Thanksgiving checkpoint

Joel Kiviranta News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 25