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Avalanche's Sam Malinski Quietly Became One of Colorado's Most Important Defensemen

Ask Colorado Avalanche fans about the superstars on defense and their answer will lead with Cale Makar and then drift into Devon Toews. Certainly, this is for good reason.

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Colorado Avalanche Prospect Making Waves at the 2026 World Juniors Summer Showcase

Given their approach to pushing for another Stanley Cup, the Colorado Avalanche haven't exactly been prioritizing their prospect pool. In the 2026 NHL Draft, they still managed to add plenty of quality to their organization.

Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / July 30

3 Colorado Avalanche With the Most to Prove in 2026-27

The Colorado Avalanche, despite bowing out in the Western Conference Finals, remain the class of the conference. Joe Sakic, back in the role of general manager after the departure of Chris MacFarland, deserves credit for his hand in building one of the strongest rosters in the league.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 29

Macklin Celebrini's Record-Setting Extension Just Changed Cale Makar's Next Colorado Avalanche Contract

The Colorado Avalanche have already made it known that they want defenseman Cale Makar on their roster until his retirement, and as such are already underway with contract negotiations.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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T.J. Hughes News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 29

T.J. Hughes Represents the Colorado Avalanche Before Pivotal Rookie Season

The Colorado Avalanche have been on the precipice of another Stanley Cup since their victory back in 2022, but whether it be due to injury, inconsistencies or simply running into a hot team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they've failed to get back to the Finals since then.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Domenick Fensore News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 28

Colorado Avalanche's Domenick Fensore Set for 2026 Shoulder Check Showcase

Defenseman Domenick Fensore of the Colorado Avalanche will be at the upcoming fourth annual Shoulder Check Showcase, which is a charity hockey event promoting mental health awareness through human connection.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 28

Colorado Avalanche’s Biggest Offseason Gamble Isn't a New Signing

Every season the Stanley Cup contenders analyze and monitor situations to see what the missing piece is on their team and what they should be looking for.

Nathan MacKinnon News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 28

Nathan MacKinnon Isn't the Avalanche's Biggest X-Factor

The Colorado Avalanche will start this season with a lot more knowns than unknowns. The organization already knows what they are going to get from Nathan MacKinnon.

Martin Necas News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 27

Why the Avalanche Were Right to Bet Big on Martin Necas

The Colorado Avalanche were searching for an offensive weapon when they acquired Martin Necas. There were high expectations surrounding the player coming from Carolina, and he didn’t just meet them; he exceeded them.

Colorado Avalanche News / Colorado Avalanche On SI / July 27

Will Cale Makar and Devon Toews Stay Together for the Avalanche in 2026-27

In 2025-26, the Colorado Avalanche outscored their opponents 45-27 at five-on-five when the defensive pairing of Cale Makar and Devon Toews was on the ice.

Joe Sakic News / The Hockey Writers / July 27

Joe Sakic Deserves More Credit for Masterful Handling of the Avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche may have had a disappointing end to their 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff run, but the situation is far from doom and gloom. Despite several changes, they remain the team to beat in the Western Conference.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Cale Makar News / Inside The Rink / July 27

Player Profile: Cale Makar

Cale Makar is a 27-year-old defenseman from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, who was born on October 30, 1998. Makar began his hockey career with the NWCAA Bruins under-18 team as a 13-year-old.

Tyler Weiss News / Inside The Rink / July 23

ECHL: South Carolina Stingrays Bring Back Forward Tyler Weiss

The South Carolina Stingrays have reunited with forward Tyler Weiss, signing the former Brabham Cup contributor for the 2026-27 season. After a career-best 2024-25 season with South Carolina, Weiss earned an AHL contract with the Chicago Wolves.

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Zakhar Bardakov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 20

Zakhar Bardakov Eyeing An Eventual NHL Return

SKA forward Zakhar Bardakov said in an interview with Sport Express that he’s far from done with the NHL, even after a swift return to the KHL following his rookie season in Colorado.

Georgii Merkulov News / Daily Faceoff / July 20

Avalanche sign Georgii Merkulov to one-year contract

The Colorado Avalanche announced on Monday evening that they have agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with AHL veteran forward Georgii Merkulov.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / July 17

Memorial Cup-winning coach Jussi Ahokas hired by Avalanche’s AHL team

A promising bench boss with a winning pedigree is turning pro for the first time…on this side of the pond. On Friday, the Colorado Avalanche announced that the team has hired Jussi Ahokas as the team’s as the new head coach of their American Hockey League affiliate, the Colorado Eagles.

Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Avalanche Are Still the Class of the Western Conference

Before the Colorado Avalanche take the ice for their home opener against the Los Angeles Kings on Sept. 29, something needs to be clarified. Despite a

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Colorado Avalanche’s Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

Fabian Lysell News / Field Level Media / July 13

Avalanche sign F Fabian Lysell to 1-year deal

After spending last season in the minors, Fabian Lysell is getting another crack at the NHL with the Colorado Avalanche. Colorado signed the forward to a one-year contract on Monday.

Connor Hellebuyck News / Trade Talk Sports / July 9

Could the Colorado Avalanche Be a Suitor for Connor Hellebuyck?

The Connor Hellebuyck trade sweepstakes have quieted down in recent weeks, but Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman still thinks the Winnipeg Jets are going to have a tough time convincing their superstar goaltender to stay, so this saga is far from over.