In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Buffalo Sabres and Rasmus Dahlin were said to be close to a new deal, but there might be a snag. Where are the Ottawa Senators at with Shane Pinto? Are the Colorado Avalanche looking around the trade market for a goaltender? Finally, the Winnipeg Jets are sidelining talks with
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A few weeks ago, the Colorado Avalanche clinched a playoff position, but they are still embroiled in a tight battle for the top spot in the Central Division. It’s a far cry from the struggles they faced early in the season and a turn of the new year that saw critics question whether or not
The numbers that matter most say that the Colorado Avalanche have five of a possible eight points. It could have been six if not for a defensive mistake in overtime against the Jets, or it could have been just three if the Wild had better goaltending. That’s the wonderful thing about hockey – results don’t
As the Denver street sweepers continue to remove confetti from the parade route traveled by the Stanley Cup-winning Colorado Avalanche on Thursday, and as the players start their rotation of turns with the Cup, Colorado’s executive vice president and general manager, Joe Sakic, turns the page and begins the plan for the 2022-23 season. Sakic,
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: The Calgary Flames outbid the Los Angeles Kings and Washington Capitals for Calle Jarnkrok. The Florida Panthers giving up assets for Ben Chiarot may not take them out of the running for Claude Giroux, who may prefer the Panthers over the Colorado Avalanche. The Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, Los Angeles Kings,
General manager Kevyn Adams fixed the Buffalo Sabres’ most glaring need of the last two seasons with one decisive trade. In acquiring Eric Staal from the Minnesota Wild, the team now has a bonafide second-line centre. Related: Remembering an Old Friend: Buffalo’s Memorial Auditorium While the team still needs scoring in the top-six, there is
After coming off a 3-2 victory in their exhibition matchup against the Minnesota Wild, the Avalanche shifted their focus to their first of three round-robin games against the defending Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues. Related: Senators’ 3 Free Agent Targets The Avalanche would go on to take down the Blues in what was a
Logically speaking, when your starter returns from injury, you go right back to playing him. However, what happens when you’re no longer sure he’s your starter? Like the Colorado Avalanche with regard to Philipp Grubauer, after backup Pavel Francouz played so well in his absence? Francouz Shines with or Without Grubauer To be fair, it’s
Decisions leading up to the trade deadline for the Avalanche Mike Chambers of the Denver Post (mailbag): How Colorado plays over the next ten games will determine what they will do for the trade deadline. A big move for a top-six forward or a defenseman remains unlikely. On the other hand, a depth forward or
After such an incredible start to the season, the Colorado Avalanche have seemingly started to thaw lately, chalking up two wins in their last eight games (2-4-2 record), and three wins in their last 11 (3-6-2 record). Mood around the fanbase is starting to sour, with the fans growing impatient while the losses start to
Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: There could be some news on Justin Williams by the end of the weekend. Chip Alexander: Carolina Hurricanes coach Rob Brind’Amour said he didn’t know if Williams was coming back but added: “I would welcome him back. It would be nice to see.” Teams are now eligible to sign contract extensions
In Saturday’s full slate of games, a few goalies stood above the competition. But who stood out from the first full week and a half of matchups? Today, we’ll take a look at both discussions. Francouz Debuts in Denver 29-year-old Pavel Francouz has accomplished a lot in his young life. He’s been the best goalie
Toronto Maple Leafs – Marner talks underway Lance Hornby: Brendan Shannan said that contract talks with restricted free agent Mitch Marner had an amicable start last week. The Leafs won’t have any other big deals complete until the Marner situation is settled. Varlamov could return to the Colorado Avalanche Adrian Dater: Have been hearing that