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How to watch Avalanche vs. Stars today

Channel, time, schedule, live stream for Sunday Afternoon Hockey.

3 NHL players who will always be untouchable in trade talks: Sidney Crosby-Avalanche never on the table, soon-to-be all-time goal scorer staying put

Some NHL players, like Penguins star Sidney Crosby, will remain with one franchise for the remainder of their careers.

Avalanche’s Brock Nelson NHL trade deadline deal with Islanders deemed a Sidney Crosby consolation prize

The Avalanche's Brock Nelson trade was positioned by one analyst as a consolation prize for not landing the Penguins' Sidney Crosby.

Brock Nelson trade details: Avalanche acquire veteran center from Islanders

The Avalanche acquired All-Star center Brock Nelson from the Islanders in a blockbuster deal before the NHL trade deadline.

Avalanche trade for Islanders' top scorer in trade deadline blockbuster

Brock Nelson is on the move to Colorado.

Proposed trade sends Islanders’ Brock Nelson to Avalanche for Casey Mittelstadt

One analyst floated the possibility of the Avalanche using Casey Mittelstadt as a trade chip to land Brock Nelson from the Islanders.

Penguins possible Sidney Crosby trade to Avalanche at NHL trade deadline continues to be floated

Everything points to the Penguins and the Avalanche coming together for a Sidney Crosby deal at the NHL trade deadline or in the offseason.

Avalanche and Sabres' NHL trade deadline deal from last year ages poorly with both players likely to be moved again

The Avalanche and Sabres may both want a mulligan for a deal executed at last year's NHL trade deadline.

Rangers send Ryan Lindgren to Avalanche in five-player deal

Here are the details of the trade that sent Ryan Lindgren from the Rangers to the Avalanche ahead of the 2025 NFL trade deadline.

Avalanche to pursue ‘big swing’ with top-six forward or defenseman at NHL trade deadline despite dealing Rantanen

The Avalanche are not going to sit on their hands at the NHL trade deadline despite dealing away Mikko Rantanen in January.

How to listen to Avalanche vs. Wild on the radio

Here is everything you need to know about Avalanche vs. Wild, including how to listen to the game on the radio.

NHL midseason awards 2025: MacKinnon for Hart Trophy, Hellebuyck to repeat as Vezina winner

With just around half of the 2025 NHL regular season completed, here are the current award frontrunners.

Colorado Avalanche sign goaltender to risky long-term extension

The Colorado Avalanche extended a recently-acquired goaltender.

Trade Grades: Colorado Avalanche and San Jose Sharks swap goaltenders

The Colorado Avalanche have completed their second goaltender swap of the season. Here are my grades for both teams involved.

Trade Grades: Colorado Avalanche and Nashville Predators swap goaltenders

The Colorado Avalanche and the Nashville Predators have engaged in a goaltender swap. Here's how each team did in the trade:

Where to watch Stars-Avalanche Game 6

Find out everything to know ahead of Game 6 between the Stars and Avalanche.

Where to stream Stars vs. Avalanche Game 5

Find out how to stream Stars vs. Avalanche Game 5.

Why Valeri Nichushkin was suspended minimum of 6 months

The Avalanche lost a key piece to a lengthy suspension ahead of Game 4 vs. the Stars.

What channel is Stars vs. Avalanche Game 4 on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Stars vs. Avalanche, including TV and streaming options for the game.

What channel is Stars vs. Avalanche on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Stars vs. Avalanche, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Stars vs. Avalanche schedule, TV channels, scores

Find out how to watch the Stars play the Avalanche, including when, what time, and where.

What channel is Stars vs. Avalanche on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Stars vs. Avalanche, including TV and streaming options for the game.

What channel is Stars vs. Avalanche on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Stars vs. Avalanche, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Grading the Casey Mittelstadt-Bowen Byram trade between the Avalanche, Sabres

The Avalanche and Sabres agreed to a one-for-one swap ahead of the NHL trade deadline. The Sporting News handed out grades to both teams for the trade.

Avs' Samuel Girard placed on indefinite leave, seeking treatment for depression and anxiety

Girard will enter into the NHL's Player Assistance Program, a resource that offers players support to tend to their hidden scars. Carey Price, Spencer Knight and Milan Lucic have taken part in the program in recent seasons.

Nuggets title adds to owner Stan Kroenke's championship empire

Stan Kroenke has gone from the public face of the Rams' St. Louis exit to a championship-winning owner in just a few years. Here's how he did it.

How 'All the Small Things' by blink-182 became an Avalanche tradition

Fans turn from hockey enthusiasts into concert performers at Ball Arena when the 1999 hit comes on.

Why Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog remains out of the lineup

The Avalanche captain has yet to play this season for Colorado.

Latest updates on Cale Makar's injury status

The Avalanche defenseman is back after being in concussion protocol.

Is Timo Meier playing tonight for the Devils?

Meier was acquired by the Devils over the weekend in a trade with the Sharks.

What time is Maple Leafs vs. Blackhawks?

Two Original Six clubs square off on TNT on Wednesday night.

What time is Avalanche vs. Lightning?

The Avs and Lightning meet for the first time since the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.

Latest injury update on Cale Makar

Makar has not played since January 16. When will he return for the Colorado Avalanche?

Latest injury news on Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon

MacKinnon left Colorado's Dec. 5 contest vs. Philadelphia.

What channel is the Avalanche vs. Blue Jackets Global Series games on?

The NHL has its final set of games as a part of the 2022 Global Series.

How to watch Avalanche vs. Blackhawks tonight

TNT kicks off its coverage of the NHL with a doubleheader on Wednesday night.

Nathan MacKinnon signs monster deal to become highest-paid player in NHL

The 27-year-old's new contract surpasses Connor McDavid's for the highest.

Cale Makar makes his case for being one of the top five players in the NHL

The 23-year-old Makar added Stanley Cup and a Conn Smnythe to his resume.

Nazem Kadri trolls Lightning with 'Too Many Men' shirt at Avalanche's Cup parade

Kadri didn't forget about the Lightning complaining about the non-call in the Stanley Cup Final.

Avalanche Stanley Cup parade 2022 date, time, route and how to watch Colorado's championship celebration

The Avalanche have won the Stanley Cup in 2022. Here's all the information you need to know about the upcoming championship parade.

Red Wings vs. Avalanche rivalry, explained: How Detroit and Colorado became hockey's most heated feud

There was bad blood all over the ice when the Red Wings and Avalanche would meet.

How GM Joe Sakic and his deadline moves helped the Avs win the 2022 Stanley Cup

Each of Sakic's four deadline acquisitions made an impact these playoffs.

Nazem Kadri caps eventful Stanley Cup run with message to critics: 'You can kiss my a––'

Time to put the lipstick on.

Avs' MacKinnon becomes the latest NHL superstar to win first Stanley Cup

After nine seasons in the NHL, MacKinnon finally has hockey's most coveted trophy.

Stanley Cup dented: Avalanche's Nicolas Aube-Kubel becomes latest to add 'beauty mark' to legendary trophy

The Stanley Cup has taken plenty of abuse over the years, so it's nothing to worry about.

Lightning vs. Avalanche final score, results: Colorado claims 2022 Stanley Cup with Game 6 win

It's the first title for the club since 2001.

How Kadri went from Leafs' playoff liability to Stanley Cup champion with the Avs

Kadri proved the haters wrong by lifting the Cup with the Avalanche.

How to watch Unrivaled: TV channel, live stream for ESPN's E:60 documentary on Red Wings vs. Avalanche

The blood remains bad between players from these two clubs nearly 30 years later.

What channel is Lightning vs. Avalanche on today?

Colorado has another chance to clinch a Stanley Cup win with Game 6 on Sunday.

What time is the Stanley Cup Final tonight?

The Lightning need to win to force a Game 7; otherwise, the Avalanche will be celebrating a Stanley Cup championship in Tampa.

When and where is Lightning vs. Avalanche Game 6?

The Lightning forced a Game 6 with their 3-2 win in Game 5.

When does the Stanley Cup Final begin?

Two powerhouse organizations battle for the right to lift the Stanley Cup.

Lightning live to see another game with win over the Avalanche in Game 5

Tampa Bay forced a Game 6 that is to be played on Sunday.

Should Nazem Kadri's overtime goal have counted?

Lightning coach Jon Cooper offers emotional response, took issue with no-call penalty against the Avalanche, which ultimately left his team in a 3-1 hole.

When and where is Game 5? TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 Stanley Cup Final game

The Avs took Game 4 in overtime thanks to Nazem Kadri and are now one win away from lifting the Stanley Cup.

Who should win the 2022 Conn Smythe?

If the Avs win Friday, not only will they be hoisting the Stanley Cup, but someone is going home with the Conn Smythe honors.

What time is Stanley Cup Final Game 5 tonight?

An Avalanche win means Colorado will raise the Stanley Cup.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Lightning on today?

Will Colorado close out Tampa Bay and raise the Cup in Game 5?

Jon Cooper, Lightning shift focus to Game 5 after controversial overtime loss

The Lightning aren't going to waste time pouting around about the missed too many men on the ice call in overtime of Game 4.

Video clearly shows Avalanche had too many men on ice before Nazem Kadri's overtime goal vs. Lightning

The NHL missed an obvious penalty call in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Anthony Cirelli injury details: Lightning forward returns after suffering apparent upper-body injury in Game 4

Tampa Bay is avoids a major injury scare after its forward appears to have caught a skate from a Lightning teammate.

What channel is Lightning vs. Avalanche on today?

What time is the Stanley Cup Final tonight?

The Lightning look to even the series with a Game 4 win in Tampa Bay. Can they get back level with the Avalanche?

Brayden Point injury update: Will Lightning star play in Stanley Cup Final Game 4 vs. Avalanche?

Point will miss the pivotal Game 4 matchup.

Will Avs' Nazem Kadri be available for Stanley Cup Final Game 4?

Kadri left Game 3 of the Western Conference Final after taking a hit from the Oilers' Evander Kane.

Nazem Kadri's OT heroics bring the Avalanche within one win of a Stanley Cup victory

Colorado takes a 3-1 series lead back to Denver after Kadri's overtime winner.

Lightning vs. Avalanche final score, results: Tampa Bay runs away with Game 3 to cut Stanley Cup Final deficit in half

The Lightning cut the Avalanche's lead in the Stanley Cup Final to 2-1 with a win on Monday.

Jon Cooper speaks on Devon Toews' cross-check to Nikita Kucherov: 'Guys know what they’re doing'

Kucherov left Game 3 in the third period and did not return.

Who should the Avalanche start in net for Game 4: Darcy Kuemper or Pavel Francouz?

Kuemper got yanked in Game 3 after allowing five goals on 22 shots.

When and where is Lightning vs. Avalanche Game 4?

The Lightning grabbed their first win of the series in Game 3. Can they get another in Game 4, or will the Avs go up 3-1?

Nick Paul leaves Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final, returns and scores

The Lightning center left in the first period and did not return.

Avalanche vs. Lightning lineups: Updated injury report, projected starters for Stanley Cup Final Game 3

There are a number of critical players dealing with injuries ahead of the third game in the Stanley Cup Finals. Here's what you need to know.

What time is the Stanley Cup Final tonight?

Will Colorado go up 3-0, or will Tampa Bay grab its first win of the Stanley Cup Final?

What channel is Lightning vs. Avalanche on today?

Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final starts tonight in Tampa.

When and where is Lightning vs. Avalanche Game 3?

The Avs are in complete control of the Stanley Cup Final as the series shifts to Tampa.

Where Avs' Game 2 rout ranks among largest shutout wins in Final history

Colorado routed Tampa Bay in Game 2 to take a 2-0 series lead in the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.

Nichushkin has been the Avs' breakout star in the Stanley Cup Final

The best player on the ice hasn't been Cale Makar or Nathan MacKinnon. It has been the big Russian winger.

Andre Burakovsky injury details: Latest updates on whether Avalanche forward will return to Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final

Burakovsky left in the second period after taking a puck to the hand.

Avalanche crush Lightning 7-0 to take 2-0 lead in Stanley Cup Final

The series shifts to Tampa Bay with the Avalanche holding a commanding 2-0 series lead.

What time is the Stanley Cup Final tonight?

The Avalanche needed overtime to earn their Game 1 victory over the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Lightning. Can they protect home ice and go up 2-0 with a Game 2 win?

What channel is Avalanche vs. Lightning on today?

Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final starts tonight in Denver.

TSN Archives: Joe Sakic is sneaky good (Jan. 14, 2002)

Shaped by immigrant parents and an early tragedy, Joe Sakic let his actions on the ice speak for him, and the Avalanche reaped the rewards — and Stanley Cups.

NHL says Stanley Cup trips to Russia, Belarus are 'not happening this summer'

The NHL is cutting off Russia from its Stanley Cup celebrations after the country's invasion of Ukraine in February.

Avalanche vs. Lightning final score, results: Burakovsky lifts Colorado to OT win in Game 1

Colorado jumps out to a 1-0 series lead thanks to Burakovsky's heroics.

Breaking down Burakovsky's OT winner for Avs in Game 1 vs. Lightning

Colorado took a 1-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final thanks to Burakovsky's goal.

When and where is Avalanche vs. Lightning Game 2?

The Avalanche took a 1-0 series lead thanks to a Game 1 OT winner from Andre Burakovsky.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Lightning on today?

Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final starts tonight in Denver.

What time is the Stanley Cup Final tonight?

Colorado and Tampa Bay kick off finals action with Game 1 on Wednesday.

Will Avs' Darcy Kuemper be available for Stanley Cup Final Game 1?

The Colorado goaltender left in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final with an upper-body injury.

Who is the favorite to win the 2022 Stanley Cup Final?

The Avalanche and Lightning kick off their final series on Wednesday, June 15.

Avalanche vs. Lightning Stanley Cup Final preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Two of the NHL's best clubs over the last couple of seasons meet in the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.

How to watch the Stanley Cup Final without cable

Here is everything you need to know about watching the 2022 Stanley Cup Final via live stream.

Cale Makar vs. Victor Hedman: The best defenseman in NHL

Two of the game's most talented blue liners square off in the Stanley Cup Final.

Ranking the 10 best players in the 2022 Stanley Cup Final

The stars are out in full form for the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.

Stanley Cup Final ticket prices 2022: Here are the cheapest & most expensive seats for Avalanche vs. Lightning games

Looking to buy tickets for the 2022 Stanley Cup Final? Here is where you can find tickets for the games.

When and where is Avalanche vs. Lightning Game 1?

The Stanley Cup Final between Colorado and Tampa Bay is approaching.

Golfer Mark Hubbard trolls Canadian NHL fans with Avalanche shirt at Canadian Open

The Avs eliminated the Oilers in the Western Conference Final, taking out the last remaining Canadian team in the playoffs.

When was the last time the Avalanche won the Stanley Cup?

The Avs have a chance at the franchise's third Stanley Cup.

Meet the Avalanche's new goalie: Pavel Francouz

With Darcy Kuemper out with a lower-body injury, the Avs' hope for reaching the Stanley Cup Final lies on Francouz's shoulders.

Kadri out for rest of West finals after hit by Kane

The Sporting News has you covered on all things related to Kadri's injury, including a potential timetable for his return and his injury history.

Darcy Kuemper injury details: Latest updates on the Avalanche goaltender's status for Game 4

The Colorado goalie left in the second period of Game 1's win over Edmonton in the Western Conference Final.

What channel is Oilers vs. Avalanche on today? Game 4 TV schedule, live streams, start time for 2022 NHL playoff game

Colorado can punch its ticket to the Stanley Cup Final tonight with a win.

Who is the best in the West finals: McDavid or MacKinnon?

The two superstars will battle it out in the Western Conference finals with a trip to the Stanley Cup Final on the line.

Evander Kane suspended: Why NHL banned Oilers forward one game for hit on Avalanche's Nazem Kadri

Evander Kane got a five-minute major but stayed in the game after his hit on Nazem Kadri. He will now be unable to play Game 4.

Why Oilers' Evander Kane wasn't ejected for hit on Avalanche's Nazem Kadri

Kadri appeared to suffer an upper-body injury after Kane sent him crashing into the boards early in the first period of Game 3 in the Western Conference finals.

What channel is Oilers vs. Avalanche Game 3 on today?

Edmonton is looking for its first win of the series while Colorado has a chance to go up 3-0.

Why Cale Makar's first period goal was allowed in Game 1 win over Oilers

The Avalanche looked to be offsides when Cale Makar put the team up 3-2 in the first, but the NHL reviewed it and called it a good goal.

Jordan Binnington admits to throwing water bottle at Nazem Kadri

The Blues goaltender was knocked out of the playoff after his collision with the Avalanche forward.

Oilers vs. Avalanche WCF: Predictions, schedule, TV channels, live streams

It's MacKinnon vs. McDavid with a trip to the Stanley Cup Final on the line.

How have Oilers' Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl fared against the Avalanche?

McDavid and Draisaitl square up with the powerhouse Colorado team in the Western Conference finals. How Oilers' Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have fared against the Avalanche, recently and historically

What channel is Avalanche vs. Oilers Game 1 on today?

The Western Conference finals featuring Colorado and Edmonton begin Tuesday night in Denver.

Avs' MacKinnon on facing Oilers' McDavid in WCF: 'I don't care'

The Oilers and Avalanche are set to begin their series Tuesday night.

Darren Helm scores with 5.6 seconds left to send Colorado to the Western Conference finals

Colorado earned a 3-2 win in Game 6 thanks to Helm's last-second goal, winning the second-round series 4-2.

Avalanche's Nazem Kadri addresses death threats, racist messages towards him: 'I feel sorry for them'

The Avs forward was the victim of racial threats directed at him after his collision with Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington.

Avalanche's Nazem Kadri gets revenge with hat trick in Game 4 vs. Blues: 'For those who hate, that was for them'

It's been a heck of a few days for the Colorado forward.

Avalanche's Nazem Kadri reportedly faces death threats, hate speech after collision that injured Blues' Jordan Binnington

Kadri collided with Binnington in the first period of the Western Conference Round 2, Game 3 matchup.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Blues Game 3 on today?

The series moves to St. Louis knotted 1-1.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Blues Game 2 on today?

The Avalanche look to take a 2-0 series lead in the second round after a Game 1 overtime win.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Blues Game 1 on today?

The Avalanche and the Blues are starting their Western Conference second round series on Tuesday night. Here's how NHL fans can watch and live stream the action.

Avalanche vs. Blues second-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Avalanche swept the Predators in the first round while the Blues took care of the Wild in six games.

Avalanche's Darcy Kuemper 'doing well', but won't play Game 4 vs. Predators

The Colorado goaltender left Game 3 after getting poked in the eye by the stick of Nashville's Ryan Johansen.

Avalanche vs. Predators first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Colorado finished atop the Western Conference while Nashville earned the final playoff spot.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Predators on today?

Colorado is looking to continue its dominant 2021-22 season with a first-round matchup against the Predators.

Nathan MacKinnon injury update: 'High' level of concern as Avalanche superstar undergoes further evaluation

Nathan MacKinnon was sent back to Denver to be evaluated for a potential injury.

2022 NHL trade deadline winners and losers: Maple Leafs, Panthers load up for Stanley Cup runs; Oilers doomed to fail

The NHL trade deadline has passed, so which teams improved and which teams fell flat?

Tyson Jost trade details: Avalanche clear cap space by sending forward to Wild

The Avalanche sent Tyson Jost to the Wild for Nico Sturm, clearing the team of cap space to make a bigger move ahead of the deadline.

Josh Manson trade details: Ducks defenseman traded to Avalanche for prospect, pick

The Ducks traded defenseman Josh Manson to the Avalanche for prospect Drew Helleson and a 2023 second-round pick.

Avs' MacKinnon exits after taking own stick to face

MacKinnon took a nasty hit to the face from his own stick as he and Hall collided during the Avalanche's game vs. the Bruins. The Avs said he suffered an upper-body history.

Four NHL coaches on the hot seat

The season is creeping closer to the one-month mark, which is prime firing season, and already one coach has been handed a pink slip.

NHL on TNT double-header

TNT begins its new tenure as the home for hockey with a double header featuring the Rangers, Capitals, Blackhawks and Avalanche.

Frustrated Nathan MacKinnon: 'I haven't won s---'

Nathan MacKinnon has played eight years in the NHL, and the Avalanche forward's latest defeat had him feeling particularly down and snippy in a postgame interview.

Golden Knights' Reaves suspended two games

The Las Vegas enforcer got too rough in the third period of Sunday's series-opening game vs. Colorado

Golden Knights' Peter DeBoer explains controversial decision to start Robin Lehner over Marc-Andre Fleury

Why did Peter DeBoer start Robin Lehner over Marc-Andre Fleury? The veteran coach had a reason for doing so, and it involved planned rest for Fleury.

Evander Kane zings rival Ryan Reaves over dirty play in Golden Knights vs. Avalanche series

Ryan Reaves doesn't do much but hit opposing guys on the ice. Sharks forward Evander Kane reminded the Golden Knights enforcer of that after Reaves' dirty hit on Ryan Graves.

Nazem Kadri suspension: How many games will Avalanche forward miss?

The NHL came down hard on a repeat offender.

Blues want Avalanche's Nazem Kadri suspended for dirty hit: 'The guy can't control himself'

Nazem Kadri hit Blues defenseman Justin Faulk hard and high in the Avalanche's 6-3 win on Wednesday night. Kadri now runs the risk of being suspended considering his troubling history of playoff antics.

Jordan Binnington restrained from nearly starting goalie fight at end of Blues vs. Avalanche

Blues goalie Jordan Binnington was looking to fight Avalanche goalie Philipp Grubauer after St. Louis' 4-1 loss in Game 1 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series against Colorado.

NHL playoffs bracket 2021: West Division series predictions, odds, breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Avalanche vs. Blues. Golden Knights vs. Wild. Who will advance? Sporting News breaks down the first-round matchups.

A guide to NHL Outdoors weekend

Picturesque Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains will serve as the backdrop for the NHL's 2021 iteration of its outdoor game.

NHL heads outdoors at Lake Tahoe

The Avalanche and Golden Knights take their rivalry outdoors.

Jarome Iginla just another motorist during TV interview about winter storm

The local crew may or may not have known it was interviewing a Hockey Hall of Famer, but hockey media sure knew who was answering the questions.

Golden Knights win Game 7 behind Lehner shutout

Sporting News had all the action as the Canucks and Golden Knights battled it out for a spot in the Western Conference finals.

Stars vs. Avalanche Game 7: Joel Kiviranta completes hat trick in OT, sends Dallas to WCF

Sporting News had all the action as the Stars won in overtime against the Avalanche for a spot in the Western Conference finals.

Ex-Maple Leaf Nazem Kadri showing maturity, leading Avs playoff push

Kadri has scored 11 points in eight postseason games in 2020.

NHL bubble, explained: A guide to the hub city rules, teams & schedule

The NHL 2019-20 season resumes with 24 teams competing for berths and seeding in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Teams will be isolated in two hub cities in Canada.

Avs score in bunches, grab Game 1 victory

Colorado scored in bunches as it took early control of its playoff series vs. Arizona.

Avalanche beat Blues on Nazem Kadri's goal with 0.1 seconds remaining

Colorado wins its Western Conference round-robin opener in dramatic fashion.

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

NHL 2019-20 regular season: Bruins win Presidents' Trophy, Pastrnak and Ovechkin share Rocket Richard

The Boston Bruins win the Presidents' Trophy for the third time in franchise history.

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

NHLPA Open: Participants, how to stream 'Fortnite' tournament

Sixty-five players will participate in a "Fortnite" tournament for a $200,000 charity prize pool

NHL Global Series 2020: League, NHLPA announce postponement of international games

The NHL announced on Friday the series has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Makar, Hughes and Fox discuss how college hockey prepared them for NHL

Each defenseman played multiple seasons in college hockey before making the jump to the NHL.

Best storylines if NHL restarts, goes straight to playoffs

How would the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs look if the regular season officially ended on March 12? Sporting News gives you the matchups and the key storylines.

Third Avalanche player tests positive for COVID-19

The unnamed player becomes the third Colorado player to test positive for COVID-19.

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

MacKinnon out with lower body injury

The 24-year-old center is fifth in the NHL with 93 points through 69 games.

Larry Walker to be Avs emergency goaltender

Walker will be welcomed into Cooperstown this summer.

NHL Stadium Series 2020: How to watch Kings vs. Avalanche

For the second time ever, Colorado will host an outdoor game as the Los Angeles Kings face the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL teams that could weaponize their cap space

Montreal, Anaheim and other clubs may use the pressure-filled trade deadline to target contenders looking to free up cap space.

Colorado Avalanche's Nazem Kadri takes exception to big hit on teammate; Rangers' Ryan Lindgren will not face suspension

“There’s no call. We have to take care of ourselves," said Avalanche coach Jared Bednar.

Oilers' Connor McDavid, Capitals' Alex Ovechkin among NHL All-Star Game division captains

Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak and Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon will lead the Atlantic and Central Divisions, respectively.

Taylor Hall trade rumors: Speculation grows after New Jersey Devils scratch forward

New Jersey's opponent Friday night, the Colorado Avalanche, have been reported as the favorites to land Hall.

Akim Aliu reveals Colorado Eagles staffer dressed in blackface, his jersey in 2011

The Wall Street Journal on Wednesday published Aliu's account of a racist incident at a team Halloween party.

Jesperi Kotkaniemi injury update: Montreal Canadiens forward placed on injured reserve following scary fall on ice

The 19-year-old center was checked by Colorado Avalanche defenseman Nikita Zadorov in the first period of Montreal's game on Dec. 5.

Taylor Hall trade rumors: Colorado Avalanche favorites to acquire New Jersey Devils star, per report

Sportsnet's Chris Johnston said Saturday on 'Hockey Night in Canada' that the Avalanche could push to acquire Hall as early as the NHL's Christmas break.

Andreas Johnsson injury update: Toronto Maple Leafs forward placed on LTIR

The 25-year-old forward left Wednesday's game with a leg injury, but head coach Sheldon Keefe did not consider it too serious.

Mikko Rantanen, Colorado Avalanche trample Chicago Blackhawks in star's return

Rantanen made his return from a lower-body injury with a multi-point effort Saturday against the Blackhawks.

Rantanen set to return Saturday against Blackhawks

The 23-year-old winger suffered a lower-body injury on Oct. 21.

Toronto Maple Leafs' Alexander Kerfoot suspended two games for violent cross-check

Alexander Kerfoot delivered a cross-check to the back of Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson late in the second period on Saturday.

Toronto Maple Leafs' Alex Kerfoot to have hearing for hit on Erik Johnson

A boarding minor for Alex Kerfoot on Saturday could turn into a suspension.

Three takeaways from Toronto Maple Leafs' 5-3 win over Colorado Avalanche

Tyson Barrie got a goal and assist in a 5-3 victory over his former team on Saturday.

Leafs' Barrie scores in return to Colorado

The suddenly red-hot defenseman notched a power-play goal in his first game at the Pepsi Center since leaving the Avs in July.

Matt Calvert injury update: Colorado Avalanche forward out indefinitely

The 29-year-old forward was hit in the head with a puck during Colorado's 5-4 overtime win on Nov. 16.

NHL players critical of Avalanche-Canucks officials for handling of Matt Calvert injury

The Avalanche forward was hit in the head with a wrist shot during the third period of Colorado's 5-4 win on Saturday.

Five things to know from Edmonton Oilers' 6-2 win over Colorado Avalanche

McDavid scored his second hat trick in a week and Draisaitl also added five points in the team's win on Thursday.

Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid scores second hat trick of week because he's Connor McDavid

The 22-year-old also recorded six points in the first two periods against Colorado on Thursday.

Colorado Avalanche goalie Adam Werner records shutout in NHL debut

Werner, 22, came into the game in relief of Pavel Francouz, who was injured in the opening seconds.

Nathan MacKinnon injury update: Colorado Avalanche forward expected to play Saturday

MacKinnon, 24, sat out the final period of Thursday's 9-4 win over Nashville.

Klingberg out at least two weeks

The 27-year-old blueliner did not finish Tuesday's game against the Colorado Avalanche.

Avs lose two coach's challenges vs. Stars and we're all a little confused

The team received a double-minor penalty in Tuesday's game against the Stars for going 0-for-2 in coach's challenges on the night.

Three takeaways from Dallas Stars' 2-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche

The Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 in a Central Division battle on Friday.

Colorado Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog's long-term injury could shake up Central Division picture

Landeskog, 26, has played in all 11 games this season for the Avalanche.

Rantanen suffers scary injury vs. Blues

The 22-year-old forward left Monday's game after awkwardly hurting his leg.

Pittsburgh Penguins score short-handed OT winner off Avalanche stick

Pittsburgh's Brandon Tanev swept the puck toward Gabriel Landeskog, who deflected it behind Philipp Grubauer for an own-goal that handed the Avalanche their first loss of the season.

Linesman leaves Penguins-Avalanche with injury, will not return

Michel Cormier, 42, appeared to catch an edge with his right skate blade during the second period.

Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby dekes, scores highlight-reel backhand goal

Crosby, 32, made a great individual effort for his fourth goal of the season.

What channel is Avalanche vs. Penguins on today? Time, TV schedule for Wednesday Night Hockey

The Avalanche remain undefeated through their first five games of the season, while the Penguins have won their last three games.

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

NHL rumors 2019: Time ticking down to season and Rantanen, Tkachuk, Laine remain unsigned

While a number of big-name RFAs got signed before the season opener, a few star players are still holding out.

Avalanche take chance on Valeri Nichushkin and it may just work out

The 24-year-old winger racked up 10 assists in 57 games with the Stars last season, his first NHL campaign since 2015-16.

NHL free agency 2019: Jordan Binnington, Danton Heinen, Jacob Trouba among 40 to file for salary arbitration

Twenty teams had at least one player file for arbitration. Two teams may have up to four contracts to negotiate.

Avalanche extend defenseman Samuel Girard for seven years

Girard, 21, has one year left on his entry level contract.

Avalanche sign head coach Jared Bednar to two-year contract extension

Bednar has led Colorado to the playoffs twice in his three years as head coach.

Maple Leafs acquire Barrie, Kerfoot

The Avalanche received forward Nazem Kadri, defenseman Calle Rosen and a third-round selection in the deal.

Avalanche get Burakovsky from Caps

The 24-year-old winger scored 12 goals for the Caps in each of the last three seasons.

Top RFAs in NHL's Central Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Western Conference's Central Division.

NHL rumors 2019: Avalanche rolling towards bright future, must sign RFA Mikko Rantanen

GM Joe Sakic has put all the pieces together for Colorado to be a long-term Stanley Cup contender — as long as a few key signing and deals are made this offseason.

Avs, Sharks met with controversy

The Avalanche thought they had tied the game 2-2, but instead their goal was overturned and the Sharks took a 3-1 lead soon after.

Nathan MacKinnon injury update

Nathan MacKinnon appeared unable to hold up his right arm after suffering an injury in Game 7 on Wednesday.