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June 13, 2026 at 5:49 p.m.

The Stanley Cup could be awarded Sunday night, and the past two weeks haven't made...

Colorado Avalanche GM Joe Sakic, left, and team鈥檚 president and governor Josh Kroenke during a press conference at Family Sports Center in Centennial, Colorado on Thursday, June 11, 2026. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post)

Joe Sakic, Josh Kroenke preach continuity, belief while Stanley Cup or bust expectations remain

June 11, 2026 at 5:42 p.m.

A year ago, Joe Sakic sat next to Chris MacFarland after a crushing postseason loss...

Colorado Avalanche GM Joe Sakic during a press conference at Family Sports Center in Centennial, Colorado on Thursday, June 11, 2026. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post)

Renck: Avalanche’s Joe Sakic makes mistake in trusting beliefs instead of cold, hard truths

June 12, 2026 at 2:21 p.m.

Sports make hypocrites of all of us. And the Avs' long-awaited, season-ending press conference Thursday...

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche and Olen Zellweger (51) of the Anaheim Ducks fight for the puck during the first period on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche GM Joe Sakic says star defenseman Cale Makar ‘is going to finish his career here’

June 11, 2026 at 3:28 p.m.

Joe Sakic says Cale Makar isn't going anywhere.

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....

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鈥� 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 鈥� 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...

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鈥� 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.聽 And where would he go? Shedding...

Sen. Michael Bennet, left, and Attorney General Phil Weiser, both running for the Democratic nomination for governor of Colorado, shake hands after a debate at the Denver7 studios on May 7, 2026, in Denver. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Colorado primary campaign ads get off to a quick, negative start (Letters)

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May 29, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

What might an average citizen do to eliminate this toxicity and to insist on a...

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鈥� 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鈥� 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鈥� 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鈥� 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.

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...

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...

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鈥� 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鈥� 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...

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

By Bennett Durando

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

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

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...

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...

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.

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鈥機onnor came within an inch of opening the Western Conference Final scoring in the...

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...

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)

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...

Rio Beck (0) of the Forge Christian Fury hoists the hardware for fans as she is flanked by teammates after the Fury鈥檚 2-0 2A CHSAA state girls soccer championship game win over the Buena Vista Demons at Switchbacks Weidner Field in Colorado Springs on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Forge Christian stuns unbeaten Buena Vista to claim Colorado 2A girls soccer crown

By Bennett Durando

May 20, 2026 at 7:10 p.m.

Kali Knight scored the game-winning goal for Arvada's Forge Christian High School in the CHSAA...

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 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...

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...

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...

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鈥檚 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

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 and center Parker Kelly (17) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrate teammate defenseman Brett Kulak鈥檚 (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鈥檚 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...

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 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 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...

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...

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...

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鈥� 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...

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 鈥� 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,...

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.

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 鈥� but it’d be Wild if he scored on power play

May 3, 2026 at 9:49 a.m.

Martin Necas doesn't have to be Marty Supreme for a roster this deep to march...

Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche skates between Kirill Kaprizov (97) and Ryan Hartman (38) of the Minnesota Wild during the third period of the Avs鈥� shootout win at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 8, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Avalanche vs. Wild predictions: Can Colorado curb Minnesota’s momentum in Stanley Cup Playoffs?

May 3, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Here's a breakdown of the Avs' second-round series with the Wild, who have advanced past...

Gabriel Landeskog (92) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates scoring with Valeri Nichushkin (13), Brent Burns (84) and Josh Manson (42) during the first period against the Calgary Flames at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, March 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Wild poses much stiffer challenge to Avalanche in Stanley Cup Playoffs’ second round. Here are 10 keys.

May 2, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Get ready to hear the phrase "heavy hockey" a lot in the coming days.

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period of Game 4 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche vs. Wild NHL playoff schedule

May 14, 2026 at 7:27 a.m.

Here's the full schedule for the Avalanche's second-round series against the Minnesota Wild.

Defenseman Drew Doughty (8) of the Los Angeles Kings gives center Nicolas Roy (10) of the Colorado Avalanche a push during Game 4 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche looks to Nicolas Roy for continued spark in Stanley Cup Playoffs while awaiting Stars or Wild

April 29, 2026 at 4:39 p.m.

In one day, Nicolas Roy went from cellar-dweller to Stanley Cup or bust.

Center Ross Colton (20) of the Colorado Avalanche takes a shot at the goal during the second period of Game 4 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche never cracked, despite Kings’ best efforts, in impressive series sweep to open Stanley Cup run

April 27, 2026 at 4:31 p.m.

Rarely does a 10-second clip inside a hockey game tell the story of an entire...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche skates around the net during the first period of Game 4 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche sent Dallas, Minnesota message with sweep of Kings. Nathan MacKinnon will hit you back.

April 27, 2026 at 9:42 p.m.

MacKinnon, who led the Avs with two goals and three points, sent a message from...

Avalanche finally breaks one open, sweeps the Kings in four games

April 26, 2026 at 7:43 p.m.

Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and added an assist, while Scott Wedgewood made 24 saves to...

Defenseman Cale Makar (8) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his goal on goaltender Anton Forsberg (31) of the Los Angeles Kings during the second period of Game 3 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Cale Makar is back, baby! But where was Avalanche power play vs. dirty Kings in Game 3?

April 26, 2026 at 6:19 p.m.

A dead car battery's got more juice right now than the Colorado Avalanche with a...

Left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) of the Colorado Avalanche and center Scott Laughton (21) of the Los Angeles Kings fight for position during the third period of Game 1 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. Landeskog and Roy have helped the Avalanche hold the Kings to just two goals so far in this series. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Kings might want it this way, but Avalanche has proven its defensive chops

April 22, 2026 at 5:40 p.m.

The first two games of this series have played out almost exactly the way the...

Which coach is under more pressure: Nuggets’ David Adelman or Avs’ Jared Bednar?

April 20, 2026 at 12:31 p.m.

If the Nuggets lose to the Spurs, it will be viewed as a disappointment, not...

Goaltender Scott Wedgewood (41) of the Colorado Avalanche locks in as center Anze Kopitar (11) of the Los Angeles Kings looks at the puck during the third period of game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Keeler: Avalanche goalie Scott Wedgewood helps Colorado beat dirty Kings at their own game

April 19, 2026 at 10:10 p.m.

If Scott Wedgewood keeps playing like he did Sunday, the Kings have only two paths...

left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates scoring the first goal of the game during the second 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 grind out Game 1 victory against Kings in Scott Wedgewood’s NHL playoff debut

April 19, 2026 at 5:48 p.m.

It wasn't a party, but it was step one.

Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) hoists the Stanley Cup after defeating the Tampa Bay Lighting at Amalie Arena June 26, 2022. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)

Avalanche doomed by Presidents’ Trophy Curse? Ha! Here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

April 19, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

History says Nathan MacKinnon and the Avalanche are poised to pull off something no NHL...

Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche prepares to shoot as Zach Whitecloud (28) of the Calgary Flames defends during the third period of the Avs鈥� 9-2 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, March 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Will this Avalanche team be remembered among NHL’s best ever? Not without a Stanley Cup

April 19, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The 2025-26 NHL regular season belonged to the Colorado Avalanche.

Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon, left, shoots against Los Angeles Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke during the third period of an NHL hockey game Monday, March 2, 2026 in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Avalanche vs. Kings predictions: Will NHL’s best regular-season team roll?

April 18, 2026 at 3:06 p.m.

The Colorado Avalanche just completed the best regular-season in franchise history, and get to face...

Denver Broncos general Manager George Paton before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: How Broncos’ George Paton’s expertise makes second-round NFL Draft picks matter

April 18, 2026 at 8:55 a.m.

It will be hard to find a starter, a testament to Denver's retooled roster over...

Head coach Jared Bednar of the Colorado Avalanche works the bench during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, March 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Jared Bednar’s evolution as a coach could cement his Avalanche legacy as NHL playoffs begin

April 18, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

"Every year, he started to demand more and more. I think he obviously got more...

Colorado Avalanche celebrate the win over the Edmonton Oilers during shoot-out NHL action, in Edmonton on Monday, April 13, 2026. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP)

Avalanche vs. Kings NHL playoff schedule

April 27, 2026 at 5:57 a.m.

Here's the full schedule for the Avalanche's first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings.

Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29) celebrates his goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Buffalo Sabres Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Buffalo, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon wins NHL’s Maurice ‘Rocket’ Richard trophy

April 17, 2026 at 4:33 p.m.

Nathan MacKinnon has been at the doorstep of winning a major statistical award the past...

Nathan MacKinnon scores in shootout as Avalanche top Oilers, 2-1

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April 14, 2026 at 9:46 a.m.

Sam Malinski scored in regulation for the NHL-best Avalanche, who have won three of four...

Vegas Golden Knights center Brett Howden puts a shot on Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, right, after driving past defenseman Brent Burns, left, in the second period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Avalanche coach Jared Bednar ‘alert’ but transported to hospital after taking puck to face

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April 12, 2026 at 11:14 a.m.

Two nights after securing the President抖阴ap Trophy and rendering their final four regular-season games academic,...

Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92), left, and Calgary Flames defenseman Yan Kuznetsov (37) battle for the puck in the first period on April 09, 2026, as the Colorado Avalanche take on Calgary Flames at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Avalanche extinguish Flames, clinch Presidents’ Trophy for fourth time

April 9, 2026 at 10:38 p.m.

The path to the Stanley Cup runs through Denver.

Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon (29), left, and St. Louis Blues' Philip Broberg (6), right, battle for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Joe Puetz)

Avalanche checked off two big goals in St. Louis, but remain focused on larger ones

April 8, 2026 at 6:41 p.m.

"We're not all the way there yet," Avs coach Jared Bednar said. "The goal for...

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - APRIL 7: Valeri Nichushkin #13 of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates after scoring a goal against the St. Louis Blues in the second period at Enterprise Center on April 7, 2026 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Avalanche clinch Central Division title, top spot in Western Conference with win against Blues

April 7, 2026 at 9:17 p.m.

The Avs suffocated the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night, dominating at the defensive end...

St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas scores a goal against the Colorado Avalanche in the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Avalanche squanders chance to clinch top seed in Western Conference in 3-2 loss to Blues

April 6, 2026 at 4:40 p.m.

Colorado's regular-season conquest of the Western Conference will have to wait.

Nazem Kadri (91) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates scoring with teammate Brock Nelson (11) and Martin Necas (88) during the first period against the Calgary Flames at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, March 30, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

How the Avalanche fixed the power play: Better execution, better chances, more Martin Necas

April 3, 2026 at 1:03 p.m.

The most surprising detail from the Colorado Avalanche's well-documented struggles on the power play is...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his 50th goal of the season with teammate defenseman Nick Blankenburg (37) of the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

League-worst Canucks stun Avalanche in wild 8-6 contest

April 1, 2026 at 10:11 p.m.

Two nights after a resounding performance, the Avalanche offered up its most inexplicable outing of...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his 50th goal of the season during the first period of a game against the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon scores 50 goals for second time in his career

April 1, 2026 at 7:33 p.m.

Nathan MacKinnon currently leads the NHL in goals, and could win the Rocket Richard Trophy...

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

Avalanche star Cale Makar will miss time with injury; playoffs not in jeopardy

April 1, 2026 at 12:14 p.m.

Cale Makar is going to "miss some time" but it was still a relatively positive...

Nazem Kadri, fourth line helps Avalanche destroy Flames, inch closer to division, conference titles

March 30, 2026 at 9:59 p.m.

This was not a fair fight.

Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar in the third period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Keeler: Should Avalanche extend Jared Bednar? Only if he gets past second round of Stanley Cup playoffs

March 30, 2026 at 9:19 p.m.

Does Avalanche owner Stan Kroenke aspire for Colorado to be to the NHL of the...

Cale Makar of the Massachusetts Minutemen takes the puck as Jarid Lukosevicius of the Denver Pioneers defends during the semifinals of the NCAA Men's Frozen Four at KeyBank Center on April 11, 2019 in Buffalo, New York. The Massachusetts Minutemen defeated the Denver Pioneers 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

March Madness, Avalanche style: Picking the best junior careers on Colorado’s roster | Journal

March 28, 2026 at 1:58 p.m.

Bragging rights were on the line Friday at Blue Arena.

Colorado Avalanche's Martin Necas (88) returns to the bench after scoring during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Pittsburgh, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Martin Necas, Avalanche pay Penguins back with a blowout win

March 24, 2026 at 8:51 p.m.

Eight days after the worst loss of the season, the Colorado Avalanche took advantage of...

Logan O'Connor (25) of the Colorado Avalanche is pursued by Esa Lindell (23) of the Dallas Stars during the second period in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series at American Airlines Center on May 03, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images)

Avalanche forward Logan O’Connor will make his season debut against Penguins

March 24, 2026 at 10:10 a.m.

Logan O'Connor and Ross Colton will return to the lineup Tuesday night for the Colorado...

LEFT: Avalanche forward Gabe Landeskog. (Photo by RJ Sangosti, The Denver Post) RIGHT: Nuggets forward Peyton Watson. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz, The Denver Post)

Avs’ Gabe Landeskog or Nuggets’ Peyton Watson: Who’s more important to a deep playoff run?

March 23, 2026 at 12:47 p.m.

The Avs roll when Landeskog plays, but Watson provides scoring, defense that give Nuggets' important...

Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche handles the puck in the first period against Cole Hutson (44) of the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on March 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Brock Nelson’s overtime goal helps Avalanche survive choppy performance against Capitals

March 22, 2026 at 2:43 p.m.

That won't rank highly among the prettiest of the 46 victories to date for the...

Valeri Nichushkin (13) of the Colorado Avalanche works as Quinn Hughes (43) of the Minnesota Wild defends during the first period at Ball Arena in Denver on Sunday, March 8, 2026. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Which team should the Avalanche want to play in the first round? Let’s rank ’em | Journal

March 22, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Colorado Avalanche punched the first ticket to the NHL's postseason tournament, but it will...

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar shoots the puck during the first period of a game against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday, March 20, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Necas help Avalanche overwhelm young Blackhawks in 4-1 win

March 20, 2026 at 9:43 p.m.

It might have taken two-thirds of the season, but the Colorado Avalanche power play has...

Center Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche shoots past center Oskar B盲ck (10) of the Dallas Stars during the third period on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by Timothy Hurst/The Denver Post)

Renck: Avalanche’s latest loss to Stars feels like ‘Here We Go Again’