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Avalanche 2026-27 schedule: Best matchups, toughest stretches in NHL’s new 84-game slate

The Colorado Avalanche schedule for the 2026-27 season is longer than ever, but lighter on back-to-backs than normal ... even if it won't feel like it at first.

Nathan MacKinnon (29) of the Colorado Avalanche controls the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of Denver鈥檚 3-0 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Monday, February 27, 2023. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Fabian Lysell #21 of the Boston Bruins skates against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on October 05, 2022 in New York City. The Bruins defeated the Rangers 5-4. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Avalanche sign forward Fabian Lysell to 1-year deal after trading for Bruins’ former first-round pick

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Team President Josh Kroenke listens from outside the door as head coach David Adelman of the Denver Nuggets speaks to members of the media after the Minnesota Timberwolves鈥� 110-98 Game 6 NBA Playoffs series win at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Minnesota eliminated the Nuggets 4-2. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Renck: As long as Nuggets are passive to Avs’ aggressive, no reason to think results will change

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Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns (84) smiles at his teammates at the end of the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Chicago Blackhawks, Friday, March 20, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Avalanche signs defensemen Brent Burns, Brett Kulak to new contracts

By Corey Masisak

June 26, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.

The first two moves for the Colorado Avalanche after clearing some salary cap space are...

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)

Renck: Give Avs’ Trader Joe Sakic credit for not running it back. It was time to move Valeri Nichushkin.

By Troy Renck

June 26, 2026 at 10:50 a.m.

The Avs could not just run it back. What happened in Vegas needed to stay...

Valeri Nichushkin (13) of the Colorado Avalanche locks in before 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)

Avalanche trade Valeri Nichushkin to Columbus, continue offseason shakeup

By Corey Masisak

June 25, 2026 at 3:46 p.m.

Joe Sakic and the Colorado Avalanche continue to shake up the roster, and this is...

Center Jack Drury (18) of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates his goal on goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) 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)

Joe Sakic, Avalanche send Jack Drury to Chris MacFarland, Predators for two young forwards

By Corey Masisak

June 24, 2026 at 4:22 p.m.

The list of Colorado Predators is growing. Or is it Nashville Avalanche?

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)

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

By Corey Masisak

June 18, 2026 at 9:57 p.m.

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

Martin Necas (88) of the Colorado Avalanche handles the puck against the Los Angeles Kings during the first period at Ball Arena on Monday, Dec. 29, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

State of the Avalanche: Ross Colton might not be alone in potential shakeup on the wings

By Corey Masisak

June 17, 2026 at 2:22 p.m.

The place to look for where newly named general manager Joe Sakic might shake up...

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

By Corey Masisak

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 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

By Corey Masisak

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

By Corey Masisak

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

Gavin Brindley has had something to prove his entire life.

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’

By Corey Masisak

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

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

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