The Avalanche have recalled forward Tristen Nielsen from AHL Colorado, according to a team announcement. The team had two open roster spots, so no corresponding move is necessary. It’s Nielsen’s second recall of his NHL career. The first one came earlier this month, after the Avs, who had initially signed Nielsen only to an AHL contract in August, tore up that deal and … [Read more...] about Avalanche Recall Tristen Nielsen
Evening Notes: Nazar, Girard, Brindley, Cuylle
The Chicago Blackhawks will hold their breath through Friday night. Top forward Frank Nazar exited their game against the Calgary Flames in the first period, after a subtle cross-check from Flames forward Joel Farabee. Emerging Blackhawks bruiser Colton Dach stepped up to fight Farabee after the collision. Nazar’s importance to the Blackhawks can’t be understated. He has … [Read more...] about Evening Notes: Nazar, Girard, Brindley, Cuylle
Avalanche Recall Daniil Gushchin
The Avalanche have brought up some extra forward depth heading into their game tonight in Edmonton. The team announced (Twitter link) that they have recalled winger Daniil Gushchin from AHL Colorado. They had two open roster spots prior to the move. The 23-year-old was acquired from San Jose back in late July in exchange for winger Oskar Olausson in a change-of-scenery swap … [Read more...] about Avalanche Recall Daniil Gushchin
Colorado Avalanche Issue Injury Updates, Recall Two
Amidst numerous injuries to regular lineup players, the Colorado Avalanche announced today that they have recalled forward Tristen Nielsen and defenseman Jack Ahcan from their AHL affiliate, the Colorado Eagles. The moves come after several updates to injured Avalanche players were reported earlier today by Guerilla Sports’ Jesse Montano: forward Gavin Brindley has been … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Issue Injury Updates, Recall Two
Avalanche Recall Taylor Makar
A pair of brothers could soon be getting a chance to play together in the NHL for the first time. The Avalanche announced (Twitter link) that they’ve recalled forward Taylor Makar from AHL Colorado. They had two open spots on their active roster, meaning no corresponding move needed to be made to bring him up. It’s the first recall of Makar’s career. The 24-year-old, the … [Read more...] about Avalanche Recall Taylor Makar