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3 Takeaways from the Avalanche’s 4-2 Loss to the Lightning

For the first time all season, things don’t feel like they are going as smoothly as possible for the Colorado Avalanche. Considering the fact that they had just three regulation losses coming into Tuesday night is quite the statement to make.

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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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Avalanche’s Jared Bednar provides Gabriel Landeskog timeline after upper-body injury

Colorado Avalanche fans expected the worst when they saw captain Gabriel Landeskog carried off the ice by trainers and teammates with an injury. After missing nearly three full seasons with a knee injury, the last thing anyone wanted to see was another injury.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

NHL Predictions: January 6th Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Colorado Avalanche

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.

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Colorado Avalanche News / Field Level Media / January 6

Avalanche F Gabriel Landeskog, D Devon Toews out weeks

The Colorado Avalanche expect forward Gabriel Landeskog and defenseman Devon Toews to miss numerous weeks with upper-body injuries. Landeskog will probably return after Toews, who has been ruled out for at least two weeks, coach Jared Bednar said Tuesday ahead of the Avalanche's road game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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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.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / January 6

Avalanche’s Toews, Landeskog out week-to-week with injuries

Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar shared updates on the injury status of two of the team’s most crucial players on Tuesday. Bednar told a group of reporters, including Corey Masisak of The Denver Post, that defenseman Devon Toews is out on a week-to-week basis while captain Gabriel Landeskog will miss a period of weeks as well.

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.

Colorado Avalanche News / ESPN / January 6

Betting the Avalanche: Get more bang for your buck tailing the NHL's dominant team

It's hard to find value betting on the dominant Colorado Avalanche, but Sean has some creative props with upside.

Colorado Avalanche News / ESPN / January 6

Czech Republic hockey team includes Avs' Necas

The Czech Republic's Olympic hockey team, named Tuesday, includes 3 NHL goalies and center Martin Necas of the NHL-leading Avs.

Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / January 6

Pair of Avalanche Stars to Miss Time Following Injuries

The Colorado Avalanche have been at the peak of their powers over the first half of the season, but they were dealt quite a blow after head coach Jared

Gabriel Landeskog News / Total Apex Sports / January 5

Inside Gabriel Landeskog’s Frightening Injury and What Comes Next

Gabriel Landeskog, the heart and soul of the Colorado Avalanche, lay on the ice after a collision that looked as violent as it was awkward. For a fanbase that has waited nearly three years to see him don the burgundy and blue again, the sight was nothing short of a nightmare.

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 5

3 Takeaways from the Avalanche’s 2-1 Loss to the Panthers

Life is good if you’re a fan of the Colorado Avalanche. When your team has lost just two games in regulation through its first 40, it is hard to find much to complain about.

Gabriel Landeskog News / Athlon Sports / January 5

Avalanche Announce Gabriel Landeskog News After Panthers Game

The Colorado Avalanche suffered more than just a rare regulation loss on Sunday night against the Florida Panthers. Captain Gabriel Landeskog exited the game after crashing into the goalpost at the start of the second period and was unable to return.

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Avalanche’s Jared Bednar provides Gabriel Landeskog, Devon Toews injury updates

Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog is likely to miss significant time after crashing into the goal post during the second period of the team’s 2-1 loss to the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers.

Brent Burns News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 4

Avalanche’s Brent Burns makes major step towards all-time NHL Iron Man record

The Colorado Avalanche just won their tenth straight game, defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 5-3 on the road on Saturday. Over the summer, the Avalanche signed Brent Burns to the roster.

Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / January 4

Avalanche Breaks 45-Year-Old NHL Record

The Colorado Avalanche are rewriting the NHL record books. With just two regulation losses through their first 40 games of the season, they've broken a record that stood for 45 years and established themselves as one of the most dominant teams in league history.

Brock Nelson News / Field Level Media / January 3

Brock Nelson sparks Avalanche comeback against Hurricanes

Brock Nelson scored two power-play goals in the first 7 1/2 minutes of the third period to spark a comeback as the Colorado Avalanche won their 10th consecutive game by rallying past the Carolina Hurricanes in a 5-3 victory Saturday night in Raleigh, N.C.

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.

Colorado Avalanche News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

Colorado Avalanche Injury News Crushing for Crucial Player

On Friday, Colorado Avalanche injury news hit the airwaves with a crushing update on one of the team’s most crucial players. The team announced that it had placed goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood on injured reserve.

Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 2

Avalanche Recall Taylor Makar, Trent Miner; Place Mackenzie Blackwood On IR

The Avalanche announced they’ve recalled winger Taylor Makar and goaltender Trent Miner from AHL Colorado. Netminder Mackenzie Blackwood was placed on injured reserve in a corresponding move with a lower-body issue, per Meghan Angley of Guerilla Sports.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 1

Avalanche start fast, blow out Blues for 9th consecutive win

Nathan MacKinnon recorded two goals to top 400 for his career and added two assists as the Colorado Avalanche won their ninth in a row, downing the St.

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.

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USA would be setting up for Olympic failure if it snubs Jason Robertson

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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Ilya Solovyov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 21

Avalanche Recall Ilya Solovyov

Ahead of their game tonight in Minnesota, the Colorado Avalanche announced that Ilya Solovyov’s AHL conditioning loan has been terminated, and he will