Crazy for thinking this Colorado Avalanche plan might work
The Avalanche are breaking the mold of organizational issues that span multiple decades. This current team could be the start of…
Norm’s Notes: Free tacos and other reasons to give thanks
You know Norm – his heart is filled with gratitude and sincerity. As such, it’s impossible for him to be thankful for just one…
Haul for Duchene only works if Sakic strikes gold in draft
After trading Matt Duchene, the Avalanche need to strike gold in the draft in order to make the deal worthwhile.
A farewell to the faulty Matt Duchene era
Matt Duchene was supposed to be the next great Avalanche forward. Instead, his time in Denver was full of bad teams and…
From storybook to sour ending: Matt Duchene heads to Ottawa
The Avalanche pulled off a haul. To call it a steal requires faith in the Avalanche's ability to judge the potential of prospects…
Duchene era comes to abrupt end as Avs deal for next wave of young talent
The Avalanche received seven prospects and draft picks in exchange for Duchene, who had tallied four goals and ten points in 13…
It isn’t just Jared Bednar’s second season behind the Avalanche bench. It’s his second chance.
During a 4-2 break out of the gate in 2017-18, the Avalanche already has accomplished something it couldn’t pull off all of last…
Fun makes a welcome return to the ice at Pepsi Center
The Colorado Avalanche 2017-18 home opener had it all: A big crowd, a great atmosphere, an Avs win and a whole lot of fun.
Rebound Shot: The Avs are convinced they can compete
Coming off the worst season in the NHL's shootout era, there's reason for optimism at Pepsi Center.
Joe Sakic’s summer to save the Colorado Avalanche
Avalanche GM Joe Sakic had one job after last season ended: Trade Matt Duchene. Somehow, Duchene is still on the Avs and Sakic won…
Duchene reports to Avalanche, but a breakup appears imminent
Avalanche GM Joe Sakic's leverage in any potential Matt Duchene trade vanished on the first day of training camp.
LISTEN: Adam Foote’s departure, Duchene saga drags on
Adam Foote steps away, Joe Sakic need an extra set of hands, and the Matt Duchene saga continues.
Avalanche front office gets busy with trades and acquisitions
Joe Sakic has yet to settle into the Independence Day weekend. Quite the contrary, in fact. Super Joe has been busy making moves,…
Rafterwatch 2017: Colorado Avalanche
Adam Foote (2013) was the last Avalanche player to have his jersey retired. Could another Colorado captain be next in line?
Unfazed by trade rumors, Tyson Barrie looking to help Avalanche rebound
"We’ve got a group in here who’s obviously a little embarrassed by what happened this year," Barrie told Mile High Sports.
Joe Sakic expecting ‘a lot of turnover’ for the Avalanche this summer
“There’s going to be a lot of turnover,” Sakic told Altitude Sports Radio. "...We’re expecting to be a much quicker team and a…
Avalanche president Josh Kroenke maintains faith in Joe Sakic, staff
“It was a tough year on so many levels, but I have a funny feeling that we might bounce back a little sooner than people think,”…
Answering the question: Is Denver a flyover sports city?
There is no question that Denver is not a flyby city when it comes to the NFL; however, is Denver a flyby city when it comes to…
After meeting with Sakic, Butcher not ready to commit to the Avalanche
Pioneers defenseman Will Butcher met with Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic on Tuesday, telling him he wasn't ready for…
In memoriam: The 2016-17 Colorado Avalanche season
It was a season full of highs and lows. The Avalanche's goals against were a league-high 276. Their goals for, a league-low 165.
Avalanche could learn a thing or two about hockey from the Pioneers
Magness Arena is only 6.2 miles from the Pepsi Center. If the Avs need an example on how the game should be played, the needn't…
Erik Johnson doesn’t mince words when describing Avalanche’s season
"We’re the worst team in 20 years and that falls on first and foremost, the top players on this team,” Johnson told the Denver…
Avalanche looking to get younger and faster, and could do so quickly
"This offseason, we free up some cap space and we’re going to try keep getting younger and faster, that’s what we’re going to do…
For Avalanche GM Joe Sakic, trading Jarome Iginla was about respect
"It gives him an opportunity to try and compete for the Stanley Cup," Sakic said. "It’s something that we felt was the right thing…
Avalanche GM Joe Sakic speaks out on quiet NHL Trade Deadline
"I don’t have to make any major moves," said Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic. "I think that’s the big thing: I like my players…