Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images Avalanche look to officially begin win streak against defending champs. The Colorado Avalanche are back in action in Sunrise, Florida, where they’ll play visitor to the defending Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers. The Avs will look to officially begin a streak with a win this evening, as well as a 3-0-0 start to the road trip. … [Read more...] about Open Thread: Colorado Avalanche vs. Florida Panthers (4:00 p.m.)
Recap: Colorado Avalanche go to work for gritty 2-1 win over Washington Capitals
Geoff Burke-Imagn Images It wasn’t pretty but the Avalanche got their revenge. The Colorado Avalanche fell in frustrating fashion to the Washington Capitals a mere two games ago. They went into the nation’s capital looking to settle the score as the teams wrapped up their season series early. Revenge is exactly what the Avalanche got in a 2-1 win that was a grind at … [Read more...] about Recap: Colorado Avalanche go to work for gritty 2-1 win over Washington Capitals
Buium saw Behrens and older brother Shai as mentors
John Babiak/ SB Nation The Minnesota Wild prospect learned a lot from his older brother and Avalanche prospect Sean Behrens. Denver, CO — The University of Denver’s Zeev Buium has become one of the country’s top defensemen, despite only being a sophomore. Buium, three weeks from his 19th birthday, was just named Defensemen of the Week by the NCHC. The California native … [Read more...] about Buium saw Behrens and older brother Shai as mentors
Friday Feels: Helter Skelter
Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images Is Josh Manson’s play a cause for concern after 20 games? Stability. Physicality. Defensive responsibility. These are the traits Josh Manson is supposed to bring to the Colorado Avalanche's second defensive pair. He’s been billed as an anchor on the backend, an intimidating presence at the net front and in the corners that can snuff out … [Read more...] about Friday Feels: Helter Skelter
Eagles Takeaways: Miner stellar in shootout win
Mike Zitek/Coachella Valley Firebirds Trent Miner held firm to help Eagles claw back to a 3-2 shootout win in the desert. The Colorado Eagles started a three game road trip with a stop in California, to play the Coachella Valley Firebirds (SEA). Colorado split the last two series that they played, with special teams playing a vital role in every game. The last time … [Read more...] about Eagles Takeaways: Miner stellar in shootout win