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June 7, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Losing a country singer to Nashville is understandable. A hockey general manager? Unacceptable. Are the...

Captain Dylan Larkin reportedly has requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings. (David Guralnick/The Detroit News/TNS)

Reports: Dylan Larkin requesting trade from Red Wings

By Tribune News Service

June 4, 2026 at 8:52 p.m.

DETROIT — Talk about a shocker. Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade...

Vegas Golden Knights’ Brett Howden (21) reacts ahead of Carolina Hurricanes’ goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) after scoring a goal during the first period of Game 2 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Final series in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, June 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown)

Seth Jarvis scores in overtime, Carolina beats Vegas in Game 2 to tie Stanley Cup Final

By The Associated Press

June 4, 2026 at 11:24 p.m.

By STEPHEN WHYNO RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Vegas Golden Knights are 20 minutes away...

Nashville Predators owner Bill Haslam, left, and new president of hockey operations and general manager Chris MacFarland, right, arrive for his introductory news conference at the NHL team's facility Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Ex-Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland on move to Predators: ‘It was a whirlwind for sure’

June 3, 2026 at 3:54 p.m.

Nashville Predators chairman Bill Haslam had just completed a coup Tuesday, poaching the general manager...

Cole Smith (22) of the Vegas Golden Knights reacts to scoring the eventual game-winning goal on Mackenzie Blackwood (39) of the Colorado Avalanche during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 2-1 win in Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Vegas finished the series with a 4-0 sweep and will advance to the Stanley Cup Final. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

DirecTV-Scripps blackout hits 54 stations, leaving some without the Stanley Cup Final

By Mark Anderson

June 2, 2026 at 7:29 p.m.

DirecTV said 54 local stations and 36 markets, including Las Vegas and Denver, were affected.

Colorado Avalanche President of Hockey Operations Joe Sakic, left, and General Manager Chris MacFarland speak with media at the Family Sports Center banquet room in Centennial, Colorado on May 6, 2025. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche’s Joe Sakic inherits Chris MacFarland’s mess. Firing Jared Bednar now only makes it messier.

June 3, 2026 at 2:10 a.m.

Avalanche GM Joe Sakic built the best house on the NHL's block four years ago....

Los Angeles Kings General Manager Rob Blake watches on during an NHL International Series Media Opportunity at Parliament House on Sept. 18, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Who could be the next Avalanche general manager? Here are 8 candidates, plus a wild-card idea

June 2, 2026 at 5:52 p.m.

There hasn't been a general manager search for the Colorado Avalanche in a long time.

Colorado Avalanche General Manager Chris MacFarland speaks with media at the Family Sports Center banquet room in Centennial, Colorado on May 6, 2025. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland is leaving for new role with Nashville Predators

June 2, 2026 at 12:13 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche's offseason to-do list now includes finding a new general manager.

Gavin Brindley (54) of the Colorado Avalanche stands on the ice during the first period against the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Back in the AHL, Gavin Brindley is ready to compete for a spot with the Avalanche again next year

June 1, 2026 at 5:26 p.m.

Gavin Brindley has had something to prove his entire life.

Denver Nuggets three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic (15) poses with Colorado Avalanche NHL MVP Nathan MacKinnon before an NBA basketball game between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Clippers, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic or Avs’ Nathan MacKinnon: Who is more likely to win another ring?

June 1, 2026 at 12:25 p.m.

For Nikola Jokic to win, it will likely require a much different, more athletic supporting...

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche skates as Pavel Dorofeyev (16) of the Vegas Golden Knights defends during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 5-3 win in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche should listen to any trade offer — unless it’s for Cale Makar

May 31, 2026 at 10:29 a.m.

An Avalanche defense without Cale Makar is unthinkable. An Avs offense without No. 8 would...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche attempts to shoot while defenseman Brayden McNabb (3) of the Vegas Golden Knights reaches during the first period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Where does the Avalanche go from here? ‘The solutions probably aren’t simple’

May 31, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Ray Ferraro had one of the best views of this dream season unraveling for the...

Colorado Eagles forward T.J. Hughes (13), right, takes the puck down ice against Ville Ottavainen (36) of the Coachella Valley Firebirds at Blue Arena May 17, 2026. Hughes was the Big Ten player of the year and a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award at Michigan before joining the Colorado Eagles in April. (Photo courtesy of Kaitlyn Criss/Colorado Eagles)

T.J. Hughes hopes to be the next Colorado Avalanche college free agent success story

May 29, 2026 at 6:37 p.m.

The day after Mark Letestu watched the Hobey Baker Award ceremony, he received a surprising,...

Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets secures the ball as Aaron Gordon (32), Cameron Johnson (23) and Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets prepare to run in transition as Julius Randle (30) and Rudy Gobert (27) of the Minnesota Timberwolves defend during the third quarter of the Timberwolves’ 112-96 win in game four of their NBA Playoffs series at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Avalanche, Nuggets flamed out. Which team won’t be back in title contention anytime soon?

May 29, 2026 at 3:07 p.m.

The Nuggets would be selling at an all-time low. And where would he go? Shedding...

Former Montreal Canadiens player Claude Lemieux holds a torch as he enters the arena before Game 3 of the NHL Eastern Conference final Stanley Cup playoff series between the Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes, Monday, May 25, 2026, in Montreal. (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press via AP, File)

Renck: Claude Lemieux, Stanley Cup champion with the Avalanche, is gone. Hockey is lesser for it.

May 28, 2026 at 5:23 p.m.

He finished with 379 goals and 1,777 penalty minutes, and only his thumb was without...

FILE – Retired Colorado Avalanche player Claude Lemieux waves to fans as he is honored for his years on the ice before the Avalanche host the New Jersey Devils in the first period of an NHL hockey game in Denver, Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Claude Lemieux, the feisty four-time Stanley Cup champion for Avalanche, Devils and Habs, dies at 60

By The Associated Press

May 28, 2026 at 10:21 p.m.

Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion whose hockey career was built on playing on...

Mackenzie Blackwood (39) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts to giving up the eventual game-winning goal to Cole Smith (22) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 2-1 win in Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Vegas finished the series with a 4-0 sweep and will advance to the Stanley Cup Final. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

For ‘Cup or bust’ Colorado Avalanche, no shortage of questions after a crushing playoff exit

May 27, 2026 at 4:52 p.m.

A year ago, the Colorado Avalanche sustained one of the most stunning, agonizing defeats in...

Parker Kelly (17) of the Colorado Avalanche falls to the ice as Shea Theodore (27) of the Vegas Golden Knights defends during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 2-1 win in Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Vegas finished the series with a 4-0 sweep and will advance to the Stanley Cup Final. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Avalanche offense goes ice cold at worst time in Western Conference Final wipeout

May 27, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

The best offensive team in the NHL this season scored seven goals in four games.

Gabriel Landeskog (92) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts to the eventual game-winning goal by Cole Smith (22) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 2-1 win in Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Vegas finished the series with a 4-0 sweep and will advance to the Stanley Cup Final. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Avalanche’s Gabe Landeskog after sweep: ‘You never know if you will get this chance again’

May 27, 2026 at 2:46 p.m.

"I mean, you never know if you're ever going to get the chance again. I...

Gabriel Landeskog (92) Nathan MacKinnon (29) Martin Necas (88) and Brock Nelson (11) of the Colorado Avalanche speak during the third period of the Vegas Golden Knights’ 2-1 win in Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Vegas finished the series with a 4-0 sweep and will advance to the Stanley Cup Final. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche playoff collapse shows Colorado is too comfortable under Joe Sakic, Jared Bednar

May 27, 2026 at 10:43 a.m.

Fire everybody. Into the sun, if possible.

PHOTOS: Vegas Golden Knights sweep the Colorado Avalanche, winning Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference final 2-1.

By AAron Ontiveroz

May 26, 2026 at 11:02 p.m.

The Vegas Golden Knights sweep the Colorado Avalanche, winning Game 4 of the NHL Western...

Head coach Jared Bednar of the Colorado Avalanche speaks to Parker Kelly (17), Jack Drury (18), Martin Necas (88) and Nazem Kadri (91) during the second period of Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Good guy Jared Bednar cannot keep Avalanche job after horrible sweep by Golden Knights

May 27, 2026 at 7:53 a.m.

It is not all Jared Bednar's fault that the Avs picked a bad week to...

Gabriel Landeskog (92) of the Colorado Avalanche checks Shea Theodore (27) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of Game 4 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Carter Hart, Golden Knights complete stunning sweep of Avalanche to end once-dream season

May 26, 2026 at 11:24 p.m.

Colorado went from being the odds-on favorite to win the Stanley Cup to falling eight...

Valeri Nichushkin (13) of the Colorado Avalanche prepares for a face off against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Colorado Avalanche vs. Vegas Golden Knights Game 4 live updates, analysis, highlights

May 27, 2026 at 9:05 a.m.

Can the Avs shake off three losses in a row?

LAS VEGAS , NV - MAY 24: Nathan MacKinnon (29) and Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche await a face off against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon will play in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final

May 26, 2026 at 1:07 p.m.

Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon will play in Game 4, coach Jared Bednar said Tuesday...

Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog reacts after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoff series Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Gabriel Landeskog uses in-skate sensors, AI-driven movement platform to manage his knee and workload

By The Associated Press

May 26, 2026 at 4:05 p.m.

By PAT GRAHAM and STEPHEN WHYNO DENVER (AP) — Gabriel Landeskog wears the small sensors...

Brett Howden (21) of the Vegas Golden Knights celebrates scoring an empty netter as Gabriel Landeskog (92) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 5-3 win in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Vegas now leads the series 3-0. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

What’s gone wrong during the Avalanche’s sudden, stunning spiral? A lot

May 25, 2026 at 7:09 p.m.

As the collection of media members shuffled out of a stunned Colorado Avalanche locker room...

Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche exits the game during the second period of Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Nathan MacKinnon injury casts further pall over stunning Avalanche collapse

May 25, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

At first, it looked like maybe just a bad stinger, like getting hit really hard...

Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche writhes in pain before exiting the game during the second period of Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Bo Nix’s ankle. Nathan MacKinnon’s knee. Are Denver sports cursed?

May 25, 2026 at 9:35 a.m.

Bo Nix's ankle. Aaron Gordon's calf. Nathan MacKinnon's knee. Every time a Front Range team...

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts to an empty-net goal by Brett Howden (21) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 5-3 win in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Vegas now leads the series 3-0. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Get ready to weep, all that’s left is for Avs to avoid sweep against Golden Knights

May 25, 2026 at 9:05 a.m.

All the Avs had to do was tie a knot and hold on for 40...

Nazem Kadri (91) of the Colorado Avalanche and Shea Theodore (27) of the Vegas Golden Knights track the puck as it squirts loose during the third period of the Golden Knights’ 5-3 win in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Las Vegas now leads the series 3-0. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Colorado Avalanche fall to Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3 of NHL Western Conference Final, down 3-0 in series

By AAron Ontiveroz

May 24, 2026 at 9:33 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche faced the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3 of the NHL Western...

Avalanche blows three-goal lead to Golden Knights, Nathan MacKinnon injured in another stunning loss

May 24, 2026 at 10:33 p.m.

For 20 minutes, the world-beating Colorado Avalanche made an appearance in the Western Conference Final.

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon leaves Stanley Cup Playoff game with knee injury

May 24, 2026 at 8:37 p.m.

Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon suffered a knee injury in Game 3 of the Western...

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche passes from his knees as Noah Hanifin (15) of the Vegas Golden Knights pressures during the first period of Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Avalanche – Golden Knights Game 3: Live updates, analysis, highlights

By Marco Cummings

May 24, 2026 at 9:02 p.m.

Live updates, analysis, game highlights and more coverage from Game 2.

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche prepares for a face off against the Edmonton Oilers during the third period of the Oilers’ 4-3 win at Ball Arena on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star defenseman Cale Makar will return for Game 3 of the Western Conference Final

May 24, 2026 at 5:51 p.m.

Cale Makar is back.

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche pushes to the goal while defenseman Shea Theodore (27) of the Vegas Golden Knights pursues him during the third period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

With or without Cale Makar, Avalanche need more offense from its stars to have a chance in this Western Conference Final

May 23, 2026 at 4:45 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche's process has made this team successful over a very long period of...

Defenseman Sam Malinski (70) of the Colorado Avalanche looks to pass past left wing Ivan Barbashev (49) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Final of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

How Golden Knights left Avalanche stunned with 2 season-changing goals in 2 minutes

May 23, 2026 at 1:58 p.m.

"I think our puck decisions lacked some maturity at times," Logan O'Connor said after the...

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, right, looks to pass the ball as San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama defends in the second half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Was Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic’s MVP window just slammed shut by Victor Wembanyama?

May 23, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Saga of Cale Makar over the past four or five days has already turned...

Head coach Jared Bednar of the Colorado Avalanche talks to players during the second period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Final of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Vegas Golden Knights on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche power play vs. Vegas looks like Sean Payton script: Pass, pass, pass, punt

May 23, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

The Avalanche on the power play were already a hard watch with a healthy Cale...

Defenseman Dylan Coghlan (52) of the Vegas Golden Knights blows up right wing Logan O'Connor (25) of the Colorado Avalanche during the first period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Vegas Golden Knights stun the Colorado Avalanche, winning Game 2 of the NHL Western Conference Final 3-1.

May 22, 2026 at 10:47 p.m.

The Vegas Golden Knights stun the Colorado Avalanche, winning Game 2 of the NHL Western...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche takes a shot to the back from right wing Cole Smith (22) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Renck: With Cale Makar out, Avs’ season is about to disappear into tears

May 23, 2026 at 7:34 a.m.

Dude, Where's Makar? The Avs without No. 8 were 86'd.

Right wing Valeri Nichushkin (13) of the Colorado Avalanche tries to box out defenseman Noah Hanifin (15) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Vegas stuns Avalanche with two quick third-period goals to go up 2-0 in Western Conference Final

May 22, 2026 at 10:11 p.m.

For the first time in the 2025-26 season, this Colorado Avalanche dream run is in...

DENVER, CO - MAY 22: Goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) of the Colorado Avalanche kicks the puck away while center Jack Eichel (9) of the Vegas Golden Knights and center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche vy for position during the second period of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

How it happened: Avalanche blow late lead to Golden Knights to go down 0-2 in Western Conference Final

May 22, 2026 at 9:10 p.m.

Live updates, analysis, game highlights and more coverage from Game 2.

Broncos quarterbacks coach Davis Webb, left, directs quarterback Bo Nix during Back Together Weekend at an NFL football training practice, July 26, 2025, in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Renck: Ben DiNucci says Davis Webb wants Broncos to go fast. Will Sean Payton let him?

May 22, 2026 at 3:01 p.m.

If you aren’t fast, you are last. A more uptempo offense would be welcomed with...

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche takes a shot during the first period of game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star Cale Makar out for Game 2 of Western Conference Final

May 22, 2026 at 11:38 a.m.

Cale Makar remains out of the Western Conference Final.

Center Nazem Kadri (91) of the Colorado Avalanche takes the puck around the net while defenseman Ben Hutton (17) of the Vegas Golden Knights pursues during the first period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche searching for more quality scoring chances earlier against Golden Knights in Game 2

May 21, 2026 at 4:43 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche looked like the club that has dominated opponents all year at times...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche whiffs on a shot while being defended by defenseman Brayden McNabb (3) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Renck: If Avs can’t handle first sign of adversity, they don’t deserve to win Stanley Cup

May 21, 2026 at 4:56 p.m.

Truth is, the Avs have no choice, but to win Game 2. They are another...

Goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) of the Colorado Avalanche blocks a shot during the second period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Without Cale Makar, Avalanche ‘just weren’t sharp’ offensively in Game 1 loss to Golden Knights

By Parker Gabriel

May 21, 2026 at 9:20 a.m.

Logan O’Connor came within an inch of opening the Western Conference Final scoring in the...

Goaltender Carter Hart (79) of the Vegas Golden Knights tries to jump on the puck while center Nazem Kadri (91) of the Colorado Avalanche tries to get his stick on it during the second period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Golden Knights come into Ball Arena with swagger, steal Game 1 from Avalanche: ‘You can’t respect them too much’

By Kyle Newman

May 21, 2026 at 6:48 a.m.

The Golden Knights did not get the message that the Avs were to be feared...

Goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts to being scored on by defenseman Dylan Coghlan (52) of the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: The Colorado Avalanche lost Game 1 of the NHL Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2.

May 20, 2026 at 10:02 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche lost Game 1 of the NHL Western Conference Final against the Vegas...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche skates by fans during the third period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche show how much they miss Cale Makar in Game 1 loss to Golden Knights

May 21, 2026 at 12:22 p.m.

The Golden Knights had better juice, better goaltending, better coaching, better special teams and a...

Golden Knights stun Cale Makar-less Avalanche in Game 1, steal home ice in Western Conference Final

May 20, 2026 at 10:02 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche led from the front all season in the NHL. Now the Avs...

Center Nazem Kadri (91) of the Colorado Avalanche tries to chop the puck down while /v79 defends his goal during the second period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

How it happened: Golden Knights beat Avalanche 4-2 in Game 1

By Beth Rankin

May 20, 2026 at 9:14 p.m.

Live game coverage, highlights, analysis and more as the Avalanche face the Vegas Golden Knights...

Brock Nelson #11 of the Colorado Avalanche fires a shot against Jeremy Lauzon #5 and Mitch Marner #93 of the Vegas Golden Knights in the second period at Ball Arena on April 11, 2026 in Denver. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

Avalanche vs. Golden Knights predictions: Can Colorado cool off red-hot Mitch Marner and Vegas?

May 20, 2026 at 1:33 p.m.

To put it bluntly: Is this Colorado team just better than Vegas?

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche skates during overtime against the Dallas Stars on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star Cale Makar out for Game 1 of Western Conference Final

May 20, 2026 at 11:01 a.m.

Cale Makar will not play in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final.

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche and right wing Ryan Hartman (38) of the Minnesota Wild look as the play moves down-ice during the second period of Game 3 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche betting on Cale Makar against Vegas. Will it pay off?

May 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Bad Shoulder? Bum hip? Both? Neither? Avalanche star Cale Makar may be part cyborg, but...

Fans look on while players fight for the puck during the second period of Game 5 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Colorado Avalanche and the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Renck: For Avalanche fans, it’s easy to hate the Golden Knights. They deserve it.

May 19, 2026 at 8:06 p.m.

The Golden Knights need not apologize for bad luck and incompetence of others. But their...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche fires one off while right wing Danila Yurov (22) of the Minnesota Wild defends during the first period of Game 5 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche say Nathan MacKinnon isn’t on Winter Olympics revenge tour. He’s sure playing like it.

May 18, 2026 at 8:49 p.m.

Nathan MacKinnon is an open burn book. Sit with him? Dude, you can't even skate...

Center Nicolas Roy (10) of the Colorado Avalanche takes a shot during the second period of Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

No Avalanche player knows the Golden Knights better than Nicolas Roy. Can he give Colorado an edge?

By Nate Peterson

May 22, 2026 at 6:52 p.m.

No Avs player knows the Golden Knights better than Nicolas Roy, who said he’s still...

The Dallas Stars celebrate after Mikko Rantanen, lying against boards at rear, scored against the Colorado Avalanche's Mackenzie Blackwood (39) in the third period in Game 7 of a first-round NHL hockey playoff series Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

That painful night in Dallas still fuels this Avalanche team: ‘You never totally get over it’

May 17, 2026 at 5:39 p.m.

Few superstar athletes are as pragmatic, honest and insightful as Nathan MacKinnon, particularly at his...

Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland during a press conference before the Avalanche played the Detroit Red Wings at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, March 06, 2024. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)

Why Colorado Avalanche’s Chris MacFarland deserves general manager of the year honors | Journal

May 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The NHL's general manager of the year award is a tough one to quantify.

Brett Howden #21 of the Vegas Golden Knights skates with the puck against Martin Necas #88 of the Colorado Avalanche in the second period of their game at T-Mobile Arena on Dec. 27, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Avalanche defeated the Golden Knights 6-5 in a shootout. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Jared Bednar, Avalanche are well aware of the challenge Vegas presents: ‘It’s a really good team’

May 16, 2026 at 4:39 p.m.

Jared Bednar is pretty adept at finding nuggets of information to speak highly of an...

Cale Makar #8 of the Colorado Avalanche skates with the puck against Ivan Barbashev #49 of the Vegas Golden Knights in the first period of their game at T-Mobile Arena on Dec. 27, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Avalanche defeated the Golden Knights 6-5 in a shootout. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Vegas Golden Knights are on a heater. Here are 10 keys for Avalanche in Western Conference Final.

May 15, 2026 at 6:04 p.m.

The Vegas Golden Knights are not what we thought they were ... two months ago,...

Tyla Samuels, 15, holds up a heart sign during warmups before of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals of the Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Stanley Cup playoff schedule

By Lori Punko

May 25, 2026 at 4:47 p.m.

When and where to watch as the Avs face off against the Vegas Golden Knights...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche looks on during player introductions before Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

How the Avalanche won this Stanley Cup Playoffs series against Wild before it began

May 15, 2026 at 10:46 a.m.

The Colorado Avalanche won this series against the Minnesota Wild during training camp.

The Colorado Avalanche celebrate defenseman Brett Kulak (27) of the Colorado Avalanche’s overtime goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild during overtime of Game 5 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche’s Brett Kulak channels Cale Makar, shoots Colorado into Western Conference Final

May 14, 2026 at 10:59 a.m.

How do you know when it's your year, Avalanche fans? When it's your Stanley Cup?...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche looks to pass past defenseman Jared Spurgeon (46) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 5 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nathan MacKinnon’s game-tying snipe in series clincher for Avalanche leaves Wild with no answers

By Kyle Newman

May 14, 2026 at 6:16 a.m.

With Wednesday's third-period goal, MacKinnon has now scored in six straight games, the second-longest playoff...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his game-tying goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild with teammates during the third period of Game 5 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Colorado Avalanche finish off the Minnesota Wild in OT to move on to the Western Conference Final

May 14, 2026 at 7:29 a.m.

The Avs finish off the Minnesota Wild in an overtime thriller 4-3, winning the second...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of and center Parker Kelly (17) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrate teammate defenseman Brett Kulak’s (27) overtime goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild during overtime of Game 5 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Renck: Avalanche show unbelievable heart, but (whispers) do they have goalie issue after wild OT win?

May 14, 2026 at 2:35 p.m.

Everything is falling into place. Except for this. You know that one thing that no...

Avalanche finish off Wild in Game 5 after Nathan MacKinnon’s laser forces OT

May 14, 2026 at 7:32 a.m.

It took one of the greatest comebacks in franchise history, but this Colorado Avalanche team...

Center Martin Necas (88) of the Colorado Avalanche checks defenseman Jake Middleton (5) of the Minnesota Wild during the second period of Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche’s Martin Necas makes a statement in critical Game 4 victory over Wild

May 12, 2026 at 3:37 p.m.

Martin Necas might never play like a moose, but the days of critics calling him...

Wild left wing Marcus Johansson is chased by Colorado defenseman Josh Manson during the third period of Game 4 in a second-round NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoff series Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena. In the first period, Manson was assessed a double minor penalty for butting Michael McCarron in the face with his stick. "It wasn't that dirty," Manson said. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Avalanche’s Josh Manson on his butt-end penalty: ‘I did want to punch him in the head’

May 12, 2026 at 5:23 p.m.

Josh Manson knew why he was standing in front of a collection of assembled media...

Center Nicolas Roy (10) of the Colorado Avalanche checks right wing Danila Yurov (22) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche, Josh Manson expose Minnesota Wild’s Temu tough guys as bad actors, too, take 3-1 series lead

May 12, 2026 at 2:04 a.m.

Turns out the Temu tough guys are lousy actors, too. The Minnesota Mild threw every...

Center Ross Colton (20) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Colorado Avalanche top Minnesota Wild in Game 4 of NHL Stanley Cup playoffs second round

May 11, 2026 at 9:50 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche beat the Minnesota Wild in Game 4 of the second round of...

Center Parker Kelly (17) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild with teammate defenseman Brett Kulak (27) during the third period of Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Depth guys take center stage, Avalanche fend off Wild to win Game 4 in Stanley Cup Playoffs

May 11, 2026 at 10:34 p.m.

On a night where the shorthanded Colorado Avalanche desperately needed contributions from some of the...

Nathan MacKinnon #29 of the Colorado Avalanche leaves the ice after a play against the Minnesota Wild during the second period in Game Four of the Second Round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena on May 11, 2026 in St Paul, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon takes puck to face, exits Game 4 against Wild before returning

By Nate Peterson

May 11, 2026 at 10:52 p.m.

Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews, on the left side of the Avalanche net, tried to clear...

Left wing Marcus Foligno (17) of the Minnesota Wild checks defenseman Josh Manson (42) of the Colorado Avalanche during the first period of Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Wild’s Michael McCarron calls Avalanche’s Josh Manson a ‘dirty player’ after penalty

May 11, 2026 at 7:18 p.m.

Josh Manson was assessed a double minor for butt-ending after getting tangled up with Michael...

Left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) of the Colorado Avalanche passes while goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild looks on during the first period of Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche’s Artturi Lehkonen, Sam Malinski both out for Game 4

May 11, 2026 at 5:49 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche welcomed two players back for Game 4 against the Minnesota Wild, but...

Right wing Ryan Hartman (38) of the Minnesota Wild misses an opportunity while being driven back by defenseman Brett Kulak (27) of the Colorado Avalanche in front of goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood (39) of the Colorado Avalanche’s goal during the third period of Game 3 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche coach Jared Bednar coy about Game 4 lineup decisions against Minnesota Wild

May 11, 2026 at 12:03 p.m.

It sure looks like Mackenzie Blackwood will start Monday night for the Colorado Avalanche, and...

Right wing Valeri Nichushkin (13) of the Colorado Avalanche pushes past defenseman Daemon Hunt (48) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche second line still searching for offensive impact

May 10, 2026 at 4:39 p.m.

Valeri Nichushkin found an opening in the offensive zone Saturday night and smacked his stick...

Goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood (39) of the Colorado Avalanche comes in to replace goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) of the Colorado Avalanche during the second period of Game 3 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche-Wild Game 3 takeaway? Start Scott Wedgewood in goal for Game 4

May 10, 2026 at 4:38 p.m.

Life in the woodshed wasn't all Scott Wedgewood's fault. Kirill Kaprizov spent so much time...

Left wing Nick Foligno (71) of the Minnesota Wild checks defenseman Sam Malinski (70) of the Colorado Avalanche during the first period of Game 3 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minn. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Wild stars strike back, send Avalanche to first loss of 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

May 9, 2026 at 11:01 p.m.

The Minnesota Wild's big guns showed up in a big way Saturday night, and the...

Center Parker Kelly (17) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts to a goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild by center Nazem Kadri (91) during the third period of Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche glue guy Parker Kelly not worried about scoring: ‘I have zero pressure’

May 9, 2026 at 4:52 p.m.

There are three players on the Colorado Avalanche, the highest-scoring team in the league, who...

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche lines up a shot against goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) of the Minnesota Wild during the first period of Game 2 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche will have a couple tough decisions this summer now that NHL salary cap is set | Journal

May 9, 2026 at 1:01 p.m.

While this Colorado Avalanche team in the Twin Cities with the intention of putting a...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche waits for the puck to drop during the third period of game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon named a Hart Trophy finalist: ‘He’s one of one’

May 8, 2026 at 4:20 p.m.

Nathan MacKinnon, the 2024 winner as the NHL's most valuable player, led the NHL with...

JC Latham #55 of the Tennessee Titans defends against Cameron Jordan #94 of the New Orleans Saints in the second quarter at Nissan Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images)

Renck: If not Von Miller, Broncos should add veteran edge rusher Cam Jordan

May 8, 2026 at 11:23 a.m.

When thinking about a veteran to complement a defense that set a franchise record with...

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche takes the ice before the first period of Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star Cale Makar’s consistency has helped define his greatness

May 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

A simple search for Cale Makar highlights on YouTube would help a casual sports fan...

Center Ross Colton (20) of the Colorado Avalanche and defenseman Daemon Hunt (48) of the Minnesota Wild fight for position during the first period of Game 2 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche’s improved power play a huge part of 2-0 series lead against Wild in Stanley Cup Playoffs

May 6, 2026 at 3:56 p.m.

The Avalanche power play is no longer the funny-faced dragon from the three-headed social media...

Christian Braun (0) of the Denver Nuggets celebrates making a three pointer against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the fourth quarter of the Nuggets’ 125-113 win in Game 5 of their NBA Playoffs series on Monday, April 27, 2026. The Timberwolves lead 3-2 as they head back to Minneapolis for game six. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: Nuggets need leader like Avalanche’s Gabe Landeskog. It’s not Christian Braun.

May 6, 2026 at 1:44 p.m.

The fact that Braun felt comfortable talking the way he did tells you everything that...

Goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) of the Colorado Avalanche saves a shot by the Minnesota Wild during the first period of Game 2 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Scott Wedgewood rewards Avalanche for patience, while Wild in goalie disarray after going down 2-0

May 6, 2026 at 11:18 a.m.

"We gave everyone else on our roster a chance to sort of respond and bounce...

Center Martin Necas (88) and defenseman Devon Toews (7) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates Necas’ goal on goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) of the Minnesota Wild during the first period of Game 2 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

PHOTOS: Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-2, winning Game 2 of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs

May 11, 2026 at 8:47 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-2, winning Game 2 of the second round...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche turns up-ice after leveling defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 2 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche, Nathan MacKinnon expose Minnesota Wild as Temu tough guys — and this Stanley Cup series is over

May 6, 2026 at 2:18 a.m.

The Wild are Temu tough guys. Paper tigers. The only Stanley Cup Minnesota will be...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche points to teammate center Nazem Kadri (91) after scoring on goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 2 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. Kadri assisted on the goal. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Nathan MacKinnon, Avalanche smother Wild to take 2-0 series lead in Stanley Cup Playoffs

May 5, 2026 at 10:30 p.m.

Nathan MacKinnon's postseason was off to a slow start after three games. Three contests later,...

Filip Gustavsson (32) of the Minnesota Wild swats away a puck during a game against the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Wild switching goalies for Game 2 of Stanley Cup Playoffs series, Avalanche coach mum on his starter

May 5, 2026 at 11:42 a.m.

Filip Gustavsson will replace Jesper Wallstedt in the net Tuesday night for the Wild at...

Left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) of the Colorado Avalanche looks toward the goal during the first period of game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche captain Gabe Landeskog named finalist for Masterton Trophy

May 4, 2026 at 4:21 p.m.

Gabe Landeskog's comeback story is both well-documented and remarkable.

Defenseman Devon Toews (7) of the Colorado Avalanche drives in to defenseman Zach Bogosian (24) of the Minnesota Wild during Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche hold off Wild in frenetic Game 1 win, thanks to steady play of Devon Toews

May 4, 2026 at 3:13 p.m.

Round 1 of the Cale Makar-Quinn Hughes heavyweight fight was absolute cinema, but the Colorado...

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche looks to pass while being defended by left wing Kirill Kaprizov (97) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche, Cale Makar get revenge on Wild, Marcus Foligno to take 1-0 lead in Stanley Cup Playoffs

May 4, 2026 at 11:54 a.m.

Cale Makar sailed. And Marcus Foligno failed.

Left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) of the Colorado Avalanche reacts to scoring on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) of the Minnesota Wild during the first period of Game 1 of the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Cale Makar, Devon Toews lead Avalanche to 9-6 win over Wild in chaotic Game 1

May 3, 2026 at 11:32 p.m.

They should have worn the Nordiques and North Stars jerseys for this one.

Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) skates with the puck while Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) defends during the first period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Bailey Hillesheim)

Cale Makar, Quinn Hughes ready for showdown between NHL’s two best defensemen in Stanley Cup Playoffs

May 3, 2026 at 4:07 p.m.

Quinn Hughes and Cale Makar made their NHL debuts 18 days apart. A little more...

Center Martin Necas (88) of the Colorado Avalanche shoots during the first period of Game 2 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche doesn’t need Martin Necas to be Mikko Rantanen — but it’d be Wild if he scored on power play