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Avalanche’s Valeri Nichushkin, Nicolas Roy Back From Injury

The Colorado Avalanche will have to shake up their lineup in Tuesday’s game against the St. Louis Blues. Forwards Valeri Nichushkin and Nicolas Roy are both set to return from their upper-body injuries per Corey Masisak of The Denver Post.

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Avalanche Still Big Winners In Martin Necas Acquisition

True NHL dynasties are often defined by more than their roster. It takes confident management decisions to stick at the top of the NHL year-over-year. The Colorado Avalanche proved their willingness to make a big swing in their handling of Mikko Rantanen‘s trade ahead of the 2025 Trade Deadline.

Brent Burns News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4

Brent Burns makes an admission about the physical toll of his NHL streak

Brent Burns just did something special that may not be replicated for a long time. On Saturday, the 41-year-old Colorado Avalanche blueliner Burns did not just play in his 1,572nd game in the NHL but also the 1,000th in a row, as the Avs blanked the Dallas Stars, 2-0, at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

Colorado Avalanche News / Field Level Media / April 4

Avalanche defeat Stars, as Brent Burns makes history

Martin Necas scored with 9:21 left in the game, as the visiting Colorado Avalanche blanked the Dallas Stars, 2-0, on Saturday. Nathan MacKinnon added his NHL-leading 51st goal with 58 seconds remaining.

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Brent Burns News / Daily Faceoff / April 4

Brent Burns becomes second NHLer to play 1,000 consecutive games

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns made more NHL history on Saturday when he became the second player in NHL history to play 1,000 consecutive games, joining Phil Kessel.

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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

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 3

NHL leaders conclude season series as Avalanche battle Stars

The Colorado Avalanche were treated to a dose of reality this week in advance of their fourth and final meeting with the Central Division rival Dallas Stars on Saturday.

Nazem Kadri News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 2

How much better is the Avalanche power play since adding Nazem Kadri?

The Colorado Avalanche have been dominating the competition in the NHL throughout the season. While they have not been able to keep up the pace they had

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 2

3 Takeaways from the Avalanche’s 8-6 Loss to the Canucks

Coming off a dominant 9-2 win over the lowly Calgary Flames, the Avalanche seemed to be finding a groove again as the playoffs approach. With the lineup finally getting healthy, it is just a matter of playing consistently until the playoffs finally arrive.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Avalanche Coach Warns His Team After 8-6 Loss to Canucks

The Colorado Avalanche faced a reality check after an 8-6 loss to the Vancouver Canucks, and head coach Jared Bednar did not hold back. The Avalanche outshot the Canucks 30-26, but the majority of the dominance came in the third period when the Avalanche went 17-6.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 2

Mackenzie Blackwood was Avalanche's weak link in dud vs. Canucks

Mackenzie Blackwood looks like Avalanche's weak link in dud vs. Canucks

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Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / April 1

Nathan MacKinnon becomes first player to 50 goals this season

Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon becomes first player to score 50 goals this season

A brilliant season for Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon rolled on Wednesday night.

Mackenzie Blackwood looks like Avs' weak link in dud vs. Canucks

Avalanche star 'to miss some time'

Senators' brutal mistake leads to the fastest goal in Panthers history

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Cale Makar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

Avalanche’s Cale Makar to miss games with injury, expected back for playoffs

The Colorado Avalanche will be missing the services of star defenseman Cale Makar for at least the next few games, according to Avs head coach Jared Bednar.

Mackenzie Blackwood News / Daily Faceoff / April 1

Playoffs could be a coming-out party for Avalanche’s MacKenzie Blackwood

The Colorado Avalanche and general manager Chris MacFarland have gotten heaping praise for turning one of the worst goaltending situations in the league into a strength.

Cale Makar News / Field Level Media / April 1

Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (upper body) 'to miss some time'

Colorado Avalanche star defenseman Cale Makar is expected to sit out a few games due to an upper-body injury, head coach Jared Bednar announced Wednesday.

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Avalanche's Jared Bednar Provides Update on Cale Makar's Injury

The Colorado Avalanche received encouraging news earlier today regarding star D-man Cale Makar. Head coach Jared Bednar confirmed during his radio show on Altitude that Makar will miss a few of their upcoming games with an upper-body injury but expects a full recovery.

Brock Nelson News / The Hockey Writers / April 1

Brock Nelson the Key to Avalanche’s Cup Hopes

Despite facing a bit of adversity going into the Olympic break, things are back on track for the Colorado Avalanche. With a soft schedule to close out the regular season, the hope is that the Avalanche can be fully healthy and continue peaking at the right time.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

3 Takeaways From the Avalanche’s 9-2 Win Over the Flames

Though the Colorado Avalanche saw their winning streak come to an end, the playoffs are still lining up nicely. Entering Monday night’s contest, the Avalanche sported a six-point lead over the Dallas Stars and are nearly a lock to close out the Central Division race.