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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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 23

Blackhawks next up to try to slow Avalanche's run of scoring, defense

The Colorado Avalanche bring an eight-game winning streak and an NHL-best 35 points into Sunday's visit to the Chicago Blackhawks. Colorado also boasts a league-leading five goals in the first minute of a game, tallying its latest ultra-quick strike on Saturday.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / October 11

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.

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Colorado Avalanche News / Athlon Sports / October 11

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.

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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 / Breakaway on SI / August 7

Avalanche New Defenseman Ready for 22nd Season

The Colorado Avalanche are one of the National Hockey League's most polarizing franchises, and they can't seem to get away from the spotlight. Their newest addition of veteran defenseman Brent Burns only reinforced that.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 24

Five trade destinations for Erik Karlsson

Dan Rosen of NHL.com: (mailbag) The Florida Panthers are more than $3 million over the salary cap, and forward Evan Rodrigues and his $3 million cap hit are a potential trade candidate.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 13

Hurricanes expressed interest in retaining Brent Burns, but with reduced role

The Carolina Hurricanes came into the offseason with a lot of cap space and were going to make a push to sign big-name free agents. Offensively, they did just that, signing free agent Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year, $51MM deal.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Grading Brent Burns’ 1-year contract with Avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche made a lot of moves this offseason after a disappointing first-round playoff exit. Extending Brock Nelson and trading Charlie Coyle made the biggest headlines, but one move could help the blue line.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 7

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.

Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / July 5

Avalanche Defenseman Chasing Stanley Cup

New Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns is still passionate for the game. The 40-year-old defender will play his 22nd NHL season and first with the Avs in 2025, and his passion for the game has kept him hungry.

NHL News / Flamesnation / July 4

NHL Notebook: Brent Burns signs one-year deal with Avalanche for his 22nd season

Brent Burns has found a new home. It was announced on Wednesday by the Colorado Avalanche that they’ve signed Brent Burns to a one-year deal, which appears to be worth $1 million.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 4

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 / Field Level Media / July 2

Brent Burns, Avalanche agree to terms on one-year deal

The Colorado Avalanche announced Wednesday they have agreed to terms with veteran defenseman Brent Burns on a one-year deal. Terms were not disclosed. Burns, 40, played in 246 regular-season contests and 41 playoff games over the last three seasons with the Carolina Hurricanes.

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Colorado Avalanche News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Colorado Avalanche Sign Key Defenceman

As the Colorado Avalanche look to maintain a Stanley Cup-contending team, a key defenceman is joining the team. Veteran Brent Burns is joining the Avs on a one-year contract.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Avalanche Sign Brent Burns to 1-Year Deal

The Colorado Avalanche have signed defenseman Brent Burns to a one-year contract worth up to $3 million with $1 million guaranteed, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Avalanche sign Brent Burns to one-year contract

The Colorado Avalanche announced Wednesday the signing of veteran defenseman Brent Burns to a one-year contract. The 40-year-old Burns scored six goals and 23 assists for 29 points, averaging 20:57 of ice time in 82 regular-season games with the Carolina Hurricanes in 2024-25.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Veteran defenseman signs one-year deal with Avalanche

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 8

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

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.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Blade of Steel / April 22

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.

Carolina Hurricanes News / Daily Faceoff / March 28

Hurricanes’ Brent Burns plays in 915th consecutive game, 4th most in NHL history

Carolina Hurricanes’ defenseman Brent Burns was in the lineup against the Montreal Canadiens Friday night, dressing in his 915th consecutive regular-season game, taking sole possession of fourth on the all-time ironman list in NHL history.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 25

Top free-agent defensemen after Jakob Chychrun extension

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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 / April 25, 2023

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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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