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Where Do the Avalanche Go After Declining Each of the Past 3 Seasons?

Where Do the Avalanche Go After Declining Each of the Past 3 Seasons?

The Colorado Avalanche hoisted their third Stanley Cup in franchise history following the completion of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs. It wasn’t just any championship win, either—they were utterly dominant, going 16–4 in the postseason en route to eternal glory.

Nathan MacKinnon News / NHL Trade Talk / May 4
Nathan MacKinnon Hints Change Coming After Avalanche Collapse

Nathan MacKinnon Hints Change Coming After Avalanche Collapse

Following the Colorado Avalanche’s stunning Game 7 collapse against the Dallas Stars, franchise cornerstone and NHL superstar Nathan MacKinnon didn’t dance around the idea that there would be a change in Colorado.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
3 Takeaways From the Avalanche’s 4-2 Game 7 Loss to the Stars

3 Takeaways From the Avalanche’s 4-2 Game 7 Loss to the Stars

After the Colorado Avalanche made an impressive comeback in their Game 6 win at home over the Dallas Stars, the stage was set for Game 7. Given the talent these two teams possess, it felt like an inevitability that this matchup would go the distance.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

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Brock Nelson News / Breakaway on SI / May 4
Avalanche Lose Brock Nelson Trade

Avalanche Lose Brock Nelson Trade

The Colorado Avalanche suffered a heartbreaking loss Game 7 to the Dalla Stars in the opening round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, bringing their promising season to an end.

NHL News / House of Hockey / May 4
Avalanche Fans Outraged After Controversial Call Tips Scales of Series Against Stars

Avalanche Fans Outraged After Controversial Call Tips Scales of Series Against Stars

The Colorado Avalanche took a bad penalty late in Game 7 that led to the Dallas Stars' winning goal, and fans on social media are still fuming over it.

Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / May 4
Avalanche Set Miserable Record in Game 7 Loss

Avalanche Set Miserable Record in Game 7 Loss

The Colorado Avalanche entered the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs as a championship contender. Especially after fortifying their forward depth at the deadline, the Avs were primed to go on their deepest postseason run since their 2022 Stanley Cup winning campaign.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Gabriel Landeskog's Blunt Take on Mikko Rantanen's Historic Game 7

Gabriel Landeskog's Blunt Take on Mikko Rantanen's Historic Game 7

The Colorado Avalanche held a 2-0 lead early in the third period of Game 7 on Saturday before conceding four unanswered goals to the Dallas Stars and ending their postseason run in a 4-2 loss.

Nathan MacKinnon News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Nathan MacKinnon's 'Shocking' Message After Stars Eliminate Avalanche

Nathan MacKinnon's 'Shocking' Message After Stars Eliminate Avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche saw their season end dramatically Saturday night, blowing a 2-0 third-period lead in Game 7 against the Dallas Stars.  Despite goals from Josh Manson in the second period and Nathan MacKinnon to open the third, the Avs conceded four unanswered goals in the final frame, falling 4-2 at American Airlines Center.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4
Colorado Avalanche most to blame for Round 1 loss to Stars

Colorado Avalanche most to blame for Round 1 loss to Stars

Mikko Rantanen was the premier storyline entering the first-round playoff series between the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars. It could’ve easily failed to meet expectations, but it delivered, and then some.

Nathan MacKinnon News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Nathan MacKinnon’s Cryptic Message to Avalanche Front Office After Game 7 Loss

Nathan MacKinnon’s Cryptic Message to Avalanche Front Office After Game 7 Loss

The Colorado Avalanche may have exited the Stanley Cup playoffs earlier than expected following Saturday’s 4-2 Game 7 to the Dallas Stars, but no one is pointing the finger at star forward Nathan MacKinnon.

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Stars could make another deep postseason run after Game 7 win

Stars could make another deep postseason run after winning Game 7

The Dallas Stars are moving on thanks to a third-period explosion in Game 7 against Colorado on Saturday night.

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Avalanche news: Valeri Nichushkin gets bloody after Jamie Benn check

Avalanche news: Valeri Nichushkin gets bloody after Jamie Benn check

The seventh game of the opening round Stanley Cup playoff series between the Colorado Avalanche and the Dallas Stars has taken on a completely different tone than the offensive fireworks that were seen in Game 6.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 3
Stars' Mikko Rantanen gets revenge on Avalanche in Game 7

Stars' Mikko Rantanen gets revenge on Avalanche in Game 7

If the Colorado Avalanche didn't already have regrets about trading Mikko Rantanen away this season, they most certainly do now.

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Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / May 3
Avalanche Need More from Veteran Center in Game 7

Avalanche Need More from Veteran Center in Game 7

The Colorado Avalanche meet the Dallas Stars in the first Game 7 matchup of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. It's the perfect way to cap off this epic series, with the winner awaiting the series winner between the St.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / May 3
NHL Predictions: Game 7 Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars

NHL Predictions: Game 7 Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars

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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 2
Game 7 not a surprise for Avalanche, host Stars

Game 7 not a surprise for Avalanche, host Stars

It's been a back-and-forth series so far between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche. That's sent the first-round matchup to the limit, with each team looking to advance in the Stanley Cup playoffs when they square off in Game 7 in Dallas on Saturday.

NHL News / House of Hockey / May 2
1100-Game NHL Veteran Reportedly Top Candidate to Become NHL Head Coach

1100-Game NHL Veteran Reportedly Top Candidate to Become NHL Head Coach

Former NHL veteran and captain of the Avalanche, Adam Foote, is reported to be one of the frontrunners to get a job as head coach with an NHL franchise next season.

Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / May 2
Avalanche Forward Gabriel Landeskog Named Bill Masterton Trophy Finalist

Avalanche Forward Gabriel Landeskog Named Bill Masterton Trophy Finalist

Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog has been named a finalist for the Bill Masterton Trophy, along with Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury and Columbus Blue Jackets forward Sean Monahan.

Valeri Nichushkin News / House of Hockey / May 1
Valeri Nichushkin Shows Frustration At Practice As Colorado Avalanche Face Elimination

Valeri Nichushkin Shows Frustration At Practice As Colorado Avalanche Face Elimination

The Colorado Avalanche are facing elimination on Thursday night, and at practice, veteran forward Valeri Nichushkin hasn't hidden his frustration. Despite

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1
Norris Trophy breakdown: Will Cale Makar come out on top?

Norris Trophy breakdown: Will Cale Makar come out on top?

On Tuesday, the NHL named Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar and Zach Werenski as finalists for the Norris Trophy.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 30
Kucherov, MacKinnon and Makar named finalists for 2025 Ted Lindsay Award

Kucherov, MacKinnon and Makar named finalists for 2025 Ted Lindsay Award

Three of the best players in the NHL are being recognized by their peers and could be taking home some hardware as a result. On Wednesday, the NHL announced that Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov, along with Colorado Avalanche teammates Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, are the finalists for the 2025 Ted Lindsay Award.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30
Nikita Kucherov, Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar named Ted Lindsay Award finalists

Nikita Kucherov, Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar named Ted Lindsay Award finalists

Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov and Avalanche superstars Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar have been named the Ted Lindsay Award finalists for the 2024-25 season, the NHLPA announced today.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / April 29
After historic roster turnover, can Avalanche defy odds with deep playoff run?

After historic roster turnover, can Avalanche defy odds with deep playoff run?

DALLAS — Shortly after being acquired by the Colorado Avalanche, Charlie Coyle was at a team function when he went to introduce his wife to one of his new teammates.

Colorado Avalanche News / Field Level Media / April 27
Gabriel Landeskog, Avalanche hit road for Game 5 vs. Stars

Gabriel Landeskog, Avalanche hit road for Game 5 vs. Stars

When the Colorado Avalanche return to the road for Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Dallas Stars on Monday, they'll have their captain in the lineup this time around.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / April 24
Watch: Raucous ovation for Gabriel Landeskog's return

Watch: Raucous ovation for Gabriel Landeskog playing first NHL game since 2022

A triumphant return for one of the game’s cherished stars. 

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