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On YouTubeColorado Avalanche 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 / Daily Faceoff / January 3
Avalanche’s Brent Burns plays in 965th consecutive game, good for third most in NHL history
When the puck dropped for Saturday’s game between the Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes, one player distinguised himself in the NHL’s record books.
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.
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?
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.
The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time
There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 12
Avalanche’s Brent Burns earns NHL shoutout amid historic appearance vs. Stars
Brent Burns is on a quest for his first Cup in his NHL career, now playing for the Colorado Avalanche. This quest has now hit 1,500 games for Burns. Burns played in his 1,500th game in the third game of the season, and the league took notice.
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.
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.
Colorado Avalanche News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 11
Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns drops truth bomb ahead of 1,500th NHL game
Brent Burns is one of the best active players to never win a Stanley Cup after a long career with the Minnesota Wild, San Jose Sharks, Carolina Hurricanes, and Colorado Avalanche.
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.
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.
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.
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
He comes to the Avalanche after registering 29 points in 82 games with the Carolina Hurricanes last season.
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.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 25
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.
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 / Blade of Steel / October 19, 2024
Carolina's Brent Burns Puts His Body On The Line By Using A Ridiculous Tactic To Block A Shot
The NHL has no shortage of tough players, but sometimes players can be too tough for their own good, and that's what's happened for Brent Burns in Carolina.
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.
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.
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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