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DENVER — Mikko Rantanen had two goals and Pavel Francouz made 32 saves to lead the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night. Colorado Avalanche left wing Mikko Rantanen (AP Photo/Craig Lassig, File) Francouz, the 29-year-old first-year player, did most of his work after the first period, stopping 27 shots in the final 40 minutes to … [Read more...] about Rantanen Scores Twice, Avalanche Beat Flyers 3-1

DENVER — Sean Monahan scored 2:09 into overtime to lift the Calgary Flames over the Colorado Avalanche 5-4 on Monday night. Sean Monahan, Calgary Flames (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers) Matthew Tkachuk had a goal and an assist, Derek Ryan also scored and David Rittich made 28 saves for Calgary, which has won five in a row under interim coach Geoff Ward and finally broke … [Read more...] about Monahan’s Goal in OT Gives Flames 5-4 Win over Avalanche

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news pertaining to the likelihood the Boston Bruins sign Torey Krug but also why they might be thinking twice. The Edmonton Oilers are getting a couple of familiar faces back in the lineup, the Arizona Coyotes might be interested in Taylor Hall, but under certain circumstances only, and the Avalanche have a pretty decent poker face. … [Read more...] about NHL Rumors: Oilers, Coyotes, Bruins, Avs, More

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Remember when Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic signed Nathan Mackinnon to what was then considered a rich seven-year, $44.1 million deal? Yeah, so does MacKinnon. MacKinnon was recently asked about the deal in the media, although he clearly doesn’t need a reminder. Every time he receives a paycheck, every time he pads his absurdly comfortable team lead in … [Read more...] about How the Avalanche Became Contenders Under Sakic

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news around the Colorado Avalanche, specifically Nathan MacKinnon and his next contract. There is also buzz surrounding Sami Vatanen’s availability out of New Jersey and news that the Detroit Red Wings might be shopping Andreas Athanasiou. MacKinnon Willing to Take Less to Win With the talk of Colorado being the favorite to land … [Read more...] about NHL Rumors: Avalanche, Devils, Red Wings, More

NEW YORK — Colorado Avalanche centre Nathan MacKinnon, Calgary Flames goaltender David Rittich and San Jose Sharks goaltender Martin Jones are the NHL’s three stars of the week. MacKinnon topped the NHL with nine points (three goals, six assists) in three games to power the Avalanche to a perfect week and into second place in the Central Division. The native of Cole Harbour, … [Read more...] about MacKinnon, Rittich and Jones Named NHL 3 Stars

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there are more teams that are rumored to have interest in Taylor Hall and one team seems to be the best fit. Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens are in the conversation but their problems might be more immediate. Finally, what is the status of Mitch Marner and when will he return to the Toronto Maple Leafs lineup? Who Wants Hall? Avs the … [Read more...] about NHL Rumors: Hall, Marner, Avalanche, Canadiens, More

The Colorado Avalanche finished the month of November like – an avalanche, only with goals instead of snow. While it was American Thanksgiving, the team didn’t get much rest. They battled opponents in three games over four days. Here are the good, bad, and ugly leftovers as the Avalanche gave their fanbase more to celebrate and be thankful for. Logan O’Connor of the Colorado … [Read more...] about Avalanche Weekly: MacKinnon’s Star Shines and Rantanen Returns