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Brent Burns has accomplished nearly everything imaginable during his lengthy NHL career. The Colorado Avalanche defenseman has won a Norris Trophy, appeared in six NHL All-Star Games and established himself as one of the most productive defensemen.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Avalanche sign Burns, Kulak to extensions

The Colorado Avalanche have a bit more insurance for their defensive depth next season, as they announced on Friday that they have signed defensemen Brent Burns and Brett Kulak to contract extensions.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 20

NHL Stanley Cup Odds: Hurricanes Lead Early Favorites

The early outlook for the 2026-27 NHL season is already taking shape, with several contenders separating themselves as Stanley Cup favorites. Fresh off their championship run, the Carolina Hurricanes sit at the top of the board, while perennial contenders like the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning remain firmly in the mix.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 3

Eric Tulsky is the face of the new wave of NHL general managers

As the Stanley Cup Final is set to begin, one question that is always raised is “what will other teams learn from the finalists?” Teams often copy off of the winners to try and replicate their success, so what lessons can be pulled from the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights and how they are built?

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / May 6

Watch: Brent Burns accidentally strikes Kirill Kaprizov in the groin with his skate

Minnesota Wild Kirill Kaprizov nearly had a nightmarish injury on Tuesday. During Game 2 of the second-round series between the Wild and the Colorado Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche 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.

Colorado Avalanche 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.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 29

Sidney Crosby Applauds Brent Burns Nearing Major Milestone With Avalanche

At 41 years old, Brent Burns is doing something that feels impossible. In his 22nd NHL season, he’s not just hanging on — he’s still contributing, still logging big minutes, and still looking like a player ten years younger.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / March 14

Avalanche’s Brent Burns sets second-longest NHL iron man streak

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns made NHL history on Saturday by appearing in the team’s game against the Winnipeg Jets. By skating in his 990th consecutive game, Burns moved into second-place in NHL history for consecutive games played, trailing only Phil Kessel, who set the record in October of 2022.

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Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / November 25

Avalanche’s Brent Burns Finding His Stride During Winning Streak

22 games into the 2025-26 season, the Colorado Avalanche are the NHL’s wagon as they’re 16-1-5 and are showing no signs of slowing down. They’re currently on a nine-game winning streak, a 13-game point streak, and have points in 21 of 22 games.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / October 11, 2025

Avalanche’s Brent Burns plays 1,500th NHL game

Brent Burns made NHL history Saturday night, playing in his 1,500th career game as the Colorado Avalanche hosted the Dallas Stars. Burns, 40, becomes the 23rd player in NHL history to reach the 1,500-game mark and just the eighth defender to do so.

Colorado Avalanche News / Athlon Sports / October 11, 2025

Avalanche Defenseman Brent Burns to Join Elite Company

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns has enjoyed a distinguished 22-year NHL career — and he’s about to add another feather to his cap. On Saturday, the 40-year-old defenseman will join an elite group of blue liners by skating in his 1,500th career game.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 7, 2025

Brent Burns Reveals More Details on Avalanche Signing

The Colorado Avalanche added a big veteran to the mix last week, signing defenseman Brent Burns. Burns will be playing his 22nd season in the NHL and is hoping to finally break through in Colorado.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 4, 2025

Brent Burns drops truth bomb after signing with Avalanche

The NHL season may be one of sports’ most grueling schedules. It demands a level of intensity and grit that is difficult to sustain. The newest Colorado Avalanche defenseman, Brent Burns, is returning for another season precisely because of what perseverance could net.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2, 2025

Veteran defenseman signs one-year deal with Avalanche

He comes to the Avalanche after registering 29 points in 82 games with the Carolina Hurricanes last season.

Avalanche sign Parker Kelly to four-year contract extension

Avalanche sign Trent Miner to two-year contract extension

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 8, 2025

Why the Maple Leafs should pursue Brent Burns in free agency

While all the attention is on the forward group of the Toronto Maple Leafs heading into the offseason, if general manager Brad Treliving wants to add a defenceman who can move the needle for his group, the Leafs should try to convince Brent Burns to sign north of the border.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Blade of Steel / June 3, 2025

Brent Burns' NHL Future Revealed Following Devastating Playoff Exit

Brent Burns heads into 2025/26 at 40-years of age, but now, Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour makes it clear that he wants him back for next season after another solid campaign for Carolina in 2024/25.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 10, 2025

Watch: Andrei Svechnikov breaks scoreless tie in Game 3

Watch: Hurricanes' Andrei Svechnikov breaks scoreless tie in Game 3 vs. Capitals

The Carolina Hurricanes struck first in a pivotal Game 3 of the East semifinals against the Washington Capitals.

Capitals' Tom Wilson shows his value in Game 2 win

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Blade of Steel / April 22, 2025

Brent Burns Headbutts Former Teammate as Tensions Rise in Playoff Matchup

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brent Burns got away with a very dirty play today as the team hosts the Devils for game two of their first-round series.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 25, 2025

Top free-agent defensemen after Jakob Chychrun extension

Top available defensemen in free agency after Capitals' extension of Jakob Chychrun

With San Jose and Chicago eliminated from postseason contention and many more to join them soon, here are the five most interesting defenseman who will hit the free-agent market.

Capitals re-sign key defenseman to long-term contract

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Hockey Unplugged / October 20, 2024

Brent Burns blocks shot with his neck and avoids severe injury

Brent Burns has been an awesome leader for the Carolina Hurricanes and there is no doubt that his teammates love the effort that he puts forward every single weekend.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / February 16, 2024

NHL bets: Power-play points +1012 parlay using DK's Friday boost

There is only one NHL game tonight despite NBA being off. Would we want a touch more action? Perhaps, but this makes it all the easier to identify the clearest spot worth targeting.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / May 25, 2023

NHL playoff bets: Two SOG props for Vegas-Dallas Game 4

We have another NHL Game 4 with one team down 0-3 tonight, and if last night was any sign of what's to come, we should expect some desperate Dallas shots.

Stars' Evgenii Dadonov to miss Game 4 vs. Knights

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Carolina Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / May 24, 2023

NHL playoff bets: One SOG prop for Carolina-Florida Game 4

Here we are, on the precipice of a Conference Finals sweep, a disappointing pair of situations we have on our hands as NHL fans and bettors. While it does seem that Florida has this in the bag, there is still value in some props, even if they haven't been too successful this series.

Aleksander Barkov’s injury ‘not too sinister,’ has chance to play for Panthers in Game 4

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The '2005-06 Carolina Hurricanes' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 25, 2023

NHL playoff bets: Two SOG props and one goal-scorer bet for Tuesday night

We need to get back on track with our bets in these NHL playoffs, and Tuesday's three-game slate seems like the right opportunity to do so. We're keeping it simple tonight, looking to two high-volume players returning home.

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