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Photo by Rich Lam/Getty Images Another forward who grew out of the times in Colorado. In this edition of “Lost in the Avalanche,” we go over former winger TJ Galiardi. The Canadian forward was born in Calgary on April 22, 1988. Coming up through the ranks, his play wouldn’t be recognized until he was 18, playing for his hometown Calgary Royals in the AJHL. 19 goals and … [Read more...] about Lost in the Avalanche: TJ Galiardi

Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports Despite the team’s success over the last seven seasons, which includes a Stanley Cup victory, Colorado has drafted a slew of solid players, but who should we be looking out for in the coming years? The Colorado Avalanche organization hasn’t drafted much in the last few seasons, but for a good reason: they’ve been a solid team and … [Read more...] about Colorado’s top two prospects fit naturally with Avs

Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images A new number one for the first time in years! The Top 25 Under 25 is a Mile High Hockey staff collaboration. Six writers have ranked players under the age of 25 in the Colorado Avalanche organization as of August 1, 2024. Now, we’ll count down each of the 25 players ranked. Was it ever in doubt who was number one on our list? With … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #1 Calum Ritchie

Photo by Brian Babineau/NHLI via Getty Images Colorado’s young Russian first-round pick will continue to develop in the KHL for the foreseeable future. The Top 25 Under 25 is a Mile High Hockey staff collaboration. Six writers have ranked players under the age of 25 in the Colorado Avalanche organization as of August 1, 2024. Now, we’ll count down each of the 25 players … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #2 Mikhail Gulyayev

Photo by Michael Martin/NHLI via Getty Images The 24-year-old goaltender looks to be Colorado’s backup option full-time. The Top 25 Under 25 is a Mile High Hockey staff collaboration. Six writers have ranked players under the age of 25 in the Colorado Avalanche organization as of August 1, 2024. Now, we’ll count down each of the 25 players ranked. Justus Annunen is a … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #3 Justus Annunen