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Ivan Ivan

State of the Avalanche: Center depth, talent is among NHL’s best, but there are questions

Colorado's centers are obviously a big reason why the 'Stanley Cup or bust' expectations will remain next season.

Nazem Kadri (91) of the Colorado Avalanche skates as William Karlsson (71) 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. Vegas now leads the series 3-0. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Colorado Avalanche center Ross Colton (20), left, celebrates with defenseman Josh Manson (42) after Manson scored a goal during the first period of the Avalanche's win over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night at Ball Arena in Denver. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)

Avalanche’s Josh Manson had a career night with his father watching

By Corey Masisak

January 9, 2026 at 2:15 p.m.

Dave Manson was one of the toughest players in the NHL in his day.