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Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Enter Training Camp With Refreshingly Different Kind of Problem</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-enter-training-camp-refreshingly-different-kind-of-problem?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2s06j7vdj</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche enter training camp with fewer major questions than in recent years as a proven core prepares for another run at the Stanley Cup.</description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:50:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2443,h_1374,x_0,y_113/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m2s0k0rrtbty40b8z0.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon and defenseman Cale Makar Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The $21 Million Avalanche Decision That Changed Everything</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/21-million-avalanche-decision-that-changed-everything?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2kwgfr16j</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche faced a franchise-altering decision when the New York Rangers signed captain Joe Sakic to a $21 million offer sheet in 1997.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2700,h_1518,x_0,y_718/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m2kwmmj6k5njcp95cb.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche forward Joe Sakic Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Release Full Training Camp Details</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-release-full-training-camp-details?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2khdmjrax</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche have now fully their full schedule and roster for this year&#39;s training camp ahead of the rapidly approaching 2026-27 NHL season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:30:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3845,h_2162,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m2khgy5ydgt1y1tefq.jpg" caption="Ball Arena, Colorado Avalanche, Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Future Rival of Houston NHL Team Draws Nearer</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-future-rival-houston-nhl-team-draws-nearer?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2gpywajsx</guid><description>A Central Division rival for the Colorado Avalanche of a Houston NHL team has become more grounded in reality due to a front office hiring from the Pittsburgh Penguins of a former Houston sports leader.</description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:08:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8108,h_4560,x_0,y_769/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m2gqqt1xyntzcjkdv0.jpg" caption="Houston Astros at Daikin Park, Pittsburgh Penguins, Colorado Avalanche, Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Prospects Turn Heads During Impressive Rookie Showcase Weekend</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-prospects-turn-heads-during-impressive-rookie-showcase-weekend?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2gg9f502a</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche saw a promising showing throughout weekend games at the Rookie Showcase.</description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2000,h_1125,x_0,y_364/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m2gjntn9jz1cwxzaje.jpg" caption="Colorado Eagles Alex Gagne, Colorado Avalanche | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Make Major Decision on Joe Sakic as General Manager </title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-make-major-decision-on-joe-sakic-as-general-manager?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2geb4x3bk</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche have decided Joe Sakic will remain the team&#39;s general manager after Chris MacFarland&#39;s departure to Nashville. </description><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8416,h_4734,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m2ggxjs7d7dc83rpcp.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic. Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Prospect Alex Gagne Makes Loud Statement at Rookie Faceoff</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-prospect-alex-gagne-makes-loud-statement-rookie-faceoff?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m2ebsb8215</guid><description>Alex Gagne isn’t a name a lot of people know even around the Colorado Avalanche fan base. 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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Tyler Miller"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Could Have Difficult Artturi Lehkonen Decision Coming</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-could-have-difficult-artturi-lehkonen-decision-coming?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m28n5465kp</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche could face a difficult decision on Artturi Lehkonen who is set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer. </description><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:31:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5351,h_3009,x_0,y_523/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m28p8s5rc40eechset.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62). Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Joe Sakic&#39;s History with Avalanche Helped in Cale Makar&#39;s Record-Setting Extension</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/joe-sakic-history-with-avalanche-helped-cale-makar-record-setting-extension?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m26xx7ztk0</guid><description>Joe Sakic and his historic career deserve more credit in helping to bring the contract extension with Cale Makar to fruition for the Colorado Avalanche.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5140,h_2891,x_0,y_163/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m26z7pndtsjmed67rh.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic  Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have One Player Who Needs Big Training Camp</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-have-one-player-who-needs-big-training-camp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Tyler Miller</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m270cy48cb</guid><description>The youngster needs to show up and show out at camp.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:15:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4917,h_2765,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m270fbgpypj3p5j8aj.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Gavin Brindley (54) looks on during a face-off against the Washington Capitals during the first period at Capital One Arena. 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Credit | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Avalanche Prospects With the Most to Gain at Rookie Faceoff</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/3-avalanche-prospects-most-gain-rookie-faceoff?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m26f9pyvkc</guid><description>Colorado’s prospects are getting their first real opportunity to make an impression.</description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:24:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2738,h_1540,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m26jk9775acefxm01r.jpg" caption="Sean Behrens Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Participate in Second Annual Youth Development Camp</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-participate-in-second-annual-youth-development-camp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m23y4rbjyt</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche recently wrapped up their second annual Colorado Avalanche Youth Development Camp, which saw a number of current and former players involved in part of the Avalanche&#39;s commitment to growing the game.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2594,h_1459,x_0,y_68/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m23yqh4ypcxccc8tyx.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche Logan O&#39;Connor Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Are About to Enter Their Most Expensive Era Yet</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-are-about-enter-most-expensive-era-yet?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m21z0gtr11</guid><description>Colorado has secured its superstar core for years to come, but keeping a championship-caliber supporting cast around it could become the franchise&#39;s next great challenge.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3841,h_2160,x_0,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m21zbqx1xhedvycrg1.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon and defenseman Cale Makar Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have 100 Points of Offense They Need to Replace</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-have-100-points-offense-they-need-replace?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m217rdpnsj</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche didn’t find a direct replacement for one of their offseason losses.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:12:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5255,h_2955,x_0,y_54/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m219j7bgqez6q7bnt9.jpg" caption=" Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns (84) and right wing Valeri Nichushkin (13) and center Ross Colton (20)  Credit: Stephen R. 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With the prospect cupboard running thin, was the price worth paying?</description><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:36:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5209,h_2930,x_0,y_154/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1teshr5c7k0st75d0.jpg" caption="Members of the Colorado Avalanche team Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Prospects Have Something to Prove After Brutal NHL Ranking</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-prospects-have-something-prove-after-brutal-nhl-ranking?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1s5gzjahs</guid><description>Not a single one.  Not one Colorado Avalanche player cracked a new ranking of the NHL’s top 150.</description><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:16:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1s8xs2cy3z896ttvs.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche  Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Reveal Rookie Camp Roster With Several Intriguing Names</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-reveal-rookie-camp-roster-several-intriguing-names?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1q113kmmk</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche will be sending their prospects to participate in the 2026 Rookie Faceoff, with the rookie roster officially have been unveiled.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:23:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3613,h_2032,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1q164j896vvyg1nkq.jpg" caption="The Colorado Avalanche logo Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Key Dates for Colorado Avalanche Training Camp Revealed</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/key-dates-colorado-avalanche-training-camp-revealed?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nathan Smith</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1m8zd6gat</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche&#39;s 2026/27 season is almost upon us, and in preparation, we now know the key training camp dates to keep an eye on.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2894,h_1627,x_0,y_43/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1m97q8hatrsqqjcxa.jpg" caption="Gabriel Landeskog and Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nathan Smith"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche&#39;s Recent Dominance Takes New Form with This Insane Stat</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-recent-dominance-takes-new-form-insane-stat?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1mbr7fnec</guid><description>In recent seasons, the Colorado Avalanche have been greater than other NHL teams have ever been able to fathom.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7507,h_4222,x_0,y_466/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1mc8bs9cgga90dg1e.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  The Colorado Avalanche starting line-up (L to R) center Nathan MacKinnon (29), center Martin Necas (88), left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92), defenseman Cale Makar (8) and defenseman Brett Kulak (27) stand for the national anthem against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Colorado Avalanche Face Brutal Travel Schedule in 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/colorado-avalanche-face-brutal-travel-schedule-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1m9wcg3x6</guid><description>The Avalanche will have plenty of frequent-flyer miles to rack up during the NHL&#39;s 84-game season. </description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:53:57 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8224,h_4626,x_0,y_931/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1mcpppx85ktnbf3ht.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Brock Nelson (11). Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Owners Add Another Major Franchise to Growing Sports Empire</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-owners-add-another-major-franchise-growing-sports-empire?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1hk0r617d</guid><description>The ownership group behind the Colorado Avalanche is expanding their empire and moving into Major League Baseball.</description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:27:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1hmjfxgchmmcmq1ek.jpg" caption="Stan Kroenke  Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Can Nathan MacKinnon Catch Joe Sakic Atop the Avalanche Record Book?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/can-nathan-mackinnon-catch-joe-sakic-atop-avalanche-record-book?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1fn73fd6m</guid><description>MacKinnon has already passed Sakic for the most points in an Avalanche sweater, but 499 points still separate him the franchise&#39;s all-time scoring record.</description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:53:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2006,h_1128,x_0,y_120/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1fnd7a5g811k7zvx4.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Houston Mayor John Whitmire Details Population &#39;Great&#39; for NHL Team</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/houston-mayor-john-whitmire-details-population-great-for-nhl-team?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1dcbbgaat</guid><description>Houston Mayor John Whitmire provided specific details on why his city&#39;s population would serve as an asset to the NHL over Austin, with a six-month evaluation period currently ongoing as the League decides between the two Texas cities for expansion.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5082,h_2858,x_0,y_526/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1eqz60ypbwkz0wcew.jpg" caption="Houston mayor John Whitmire, NHL, Colorado Avalanche  Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have Nothing Left to Prove in the Regular Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-have-nothing-left--prove-in-regular-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1chy6vx14</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche dominated the NHL during the 2025-26 regular season, but what will another season like that do?</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3877,h_2180,x_0,y_203/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1cn4spwj47k2vr72p.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas  Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Houston Mayor John Whitmire Backs NHL Expansion for Avalanche Division </title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/houston-mayor-john-whitmire-backs-nhl-expansion-avalanche-division?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1d1s4q8es</guid><description>Houston Mayor John Whitmire has officially backed the NHL&#39;s expansion efforts to the major Texas city and detailed how he plans to support a potential incoming franchise, which would be a natural fit for the Colorado Avalanche&#39;s Central Division.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:51:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8001,h_4500,x_0,y_748/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1d58byypdfz6mhxva.jpg" caption="Houston mayor John Whitmire, NHL Colorado Avalanche Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Winners and Losers of Cale Makar&#39;s Historic Contract Extension with Avalanche</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/winners-and-losers-of-cale-makar-historic-contract-extension-with-avalanche?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jonathan Bailey</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1cgw8193f</guid><description>Cale Makar and the Colorado Avalanche have secured their future together, but the historic contract extension will invariably make an impact across the NHL.</description><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3854,h_2167,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1cgza9ff3pfbz7st0.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) at Ball Arena Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jonathan Bailey"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cale Makar Officially Ready to Be With Avalanche for Remainder of Career</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/cale-makar-officially-ready-be-with-avalanche-remainder-career?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1c8bge38p</guid><description>Cale Makar has made his intentions to play his entire NHL career for the Colorado Avalanche crystal clear following his historic contract 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Hughes&#39;s camp in particular certainly paying extra close attention.</description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2688,h_1512,x_0,y_143/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m179207a6snsv668gj.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche Cale Makar  Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why the Avalanche Made the Right Call With Cale Makar’s High-Paying Extension</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/why-avalanche-made-right-call-cale-makar-high-paying-extension?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m176dmvsme</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche have now made defenseman Cale Makar the 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Makar&#39;s $20.4 million AAV is the largest in NHL history, but the Avalanche&#39;s historic contract could look much different as the salary cap continues to rise. </description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:28:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2163,h_1216,x_0,y_387/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m1759zamnqnrtyj74k.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar  Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>&#39;Deserves It&#39;: Avalanche Fans React to Cale Makar&#39;s Historic Contract</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/deserves-it-avalanche-fans-react-to-cale-makar-historic-contract?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid 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Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have Too Much Talent for This Problem to Continue</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-have-too-much-talent-for-this-problem-continue?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m14dh5vnjk</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche have a plethera of talent on their team, yet they rank near the bottom of the NHL in one area.</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:05:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2667,h_1500,x_0,y_1076/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m14gz8xr4f3kr3z381.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche  Credit: Gerry Thomas-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cale Makar, Avalanche Extension Reportedly Nearing End Result</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/cale-makar-avalanche-extension-reportedly-nearing-end-result?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1209esc2f</guid><description>NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has stated Cale Makar&#39;s extension with the Colorado Avalanche is expected to become official very shortly.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2688,h_1512,x_0,y_158/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m120cg5bvtyh0yqra4.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche Cale Makar  Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche to Have 16 Nationally Broadcast Games in 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-16-nationally-broadcast-games-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0zrrqh79q</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche 2026-27 regular-season schedule is to include16 nationally broadcast games in the United States, highlighted by the year&#39;s Winter Classic. </description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_569/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0zry24kb3yhxw1jer.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Is This Finally Sean Behrens&#39; Year to Crack the Avalanche Lineup?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/is-this-finally-sean-behrens-year-crack-avalanche-lineup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0y51a16my</guid><description>After losing his first full professional season to injury, the former second-round pick finally has a chance to push his way into Colorado&#39;s NHL plans.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:44:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4095,h_2303,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0y5aqt31byf4qtx52.jpg" caption="Denver defenseman Sean Behrens Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Could Be Getting a New Central Division Rival</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-could-getting-new-central-division-rival?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0nntqwawr</guid><description>An NHL expansion appears to be moving closer to reality.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:20:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5616,h_3159,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0xp6wq61fthqdqttn.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche players  Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nathan MacKinnon Continues to Rank Among NHL&#39;s Elite Centers</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/nathan-mackinnon-continues-rank-among-nhl-s-elite-centers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0tt7wfwhd</guid><description>Nathan MacKinnon was tanked the NHL&#39;s second-best center by NHL Network, continuing to establish himself among the league&#39;s elite. </description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5111,h_2874,x_0,y_79/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0tve0t6cmbny389zt.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29). Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Colorado Avalanche GM Joe Sakic Reveals the Latest on Cale Makar Contract Talks</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/colorado-avalanche-gm-joe-sakic-reveals-latest-on-cale-makar-contract-talks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nathan Smith</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0t6qzvxba</guid><description>Cale Makar&#39;s future has been the talk of the town with the Colorado Avalanche this summer, but it appears as though the front office remain confident a deal will get done.</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5140,h_2891,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0t723vgr5x9fkrgdj.jpg" caption="Joe Sakic, GM of the Colorado Avalanche | USA TODAY Sports"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nathan Smith"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Prospect Pool Ranked NHL&#39;s Worst, but Does It Really Matter?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-prospect-pool-ranked-nhl-worst-does-it-really-matter?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0n5fbg31f</guid><description>Colorado’s collection of prospects and young players has been ranked last in the NHL.</description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:16:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4800,h_2700,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0n9nmakjdme5sm2g4.jpg" caption=" Colorado Avalanche 2023 draft pick Mikhail Gulyayev  Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What Avalanche Fans Need to Know About the Colorado Eagles in 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/what-avalanche-fans-need-know-about-colorado-eagles-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0k5cwsa1a</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche&#39;s AHL affiliate of the Colorado Eagles will now be competing in a pair of preseason games as part of the inaugural Southwest Showdown after announcing the hiring of Jussi Ahokas earlier this summer.</description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:35:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2000,h_1125,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0k5gj00tm4edr2hep.jpg" caption="Colorado Eagles center T.J. Tynan, Colorado Avalanche Credit: USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Colorado Avalanche Mount Rushmore: Which Four Legends Make the Cut?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/colorado-avalanche-mount-rushmore-which-four-legends-make-cut?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0h409m3ag</guid><description>Picking just four players to take their spots on Mount Rushmore for the Colorado Avalanche was difficult.</description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:29:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3900,h_2193,x_0,y_312/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0h46mepj7d0za4bex.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Joe Sakic Credit: Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche&#39;s $92 Million Bet on Martin Necas Is About to Get Its First Real Test</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-92-million-bet-martin-necas-about-get-first-real-test?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0gm30xeas</guid><description>Martin Necas already awarded the Avalanche with a 100-point season, but his massive long-term contract expects him to be elite.</description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:01:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4982,h_2802,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0gnqwaaa599janfmn.jpg" caption=" Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas  Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 Avalanche Players Who Could Be Award Candidates in 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/5-avalanche-players-could-award-candidates-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0c03tm2zz</guid><description>Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar and three other Colorado Avalanche players could be in the mix for NHL awards during the 2026-27 season. </description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:31:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4161,h_2340,x_0,y_27/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0c2r745b9a4nq2kn7.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92). Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Josh Manson Has Always Been More Than the Avalanche&#39;s Tough Guy</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/josh-manson-has-always-been-more-avalanche-tough-guy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0btwnjt5f</guid><description>The younger Manson didn’t take the traditional route in the NHL but he has carved a name for himself.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3669,h_2063,x_0,y_579/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0bv393xpxxaymgc22.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have a Training Camp Battle That Could Get Crowded Fast</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-training-camp-battle-could-get-crowded-fast?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0b4gy29a8</guid><description>Most of the Colorado Avalanche’s roster is easily predictable.  There’s a collection of young players, though, who could make training camp interesting.</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:11:54 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_155/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m0b7rm5myvfgcgky74.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar  Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Could Have Resolution on Cale Makar Extension Soon</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-could-have-resolution-cale-makar-extension-soon?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m08f65rkwz</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche could soon have a resolution on Cale Makar&#39;s contract extension, with 28 days remaining to sign him to an eight-year deal. </description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:10:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4907,h_2760,x_0,y_43/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m08gjbmn8p2gj2v876.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8). Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cale Makar Gives Encouraging Update Ahead of Avalanche Training Camp</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/cale-makar-gives-encouraging-update-ahead-avalanche-training-camp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m06xgv6ejx</guid><description>After spending much of the offseason in Canada, Cale Makar was back in Colorado on Sunday and he sounds ready to begin the season.</description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3295,h_1853,x_0,y_115/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m06zw84twnqs0abg4n.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar  Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Can Avalanche Star Cale Makar Finally Reach 100 Points?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/can-avalanche-star-cale-makar-finally-reach-100-points?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m03mz745yh</guid><description>The Avalanche superstar has already rewritten the franchise record book, but a 100-point season would put him in elite company.</description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:46:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3669,h_2063,x_0,y_1068/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m03nsajb11hzsweq5f.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Declare Can&#39;t Miss Games for 2026-27 Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-declare-cant-miss-games-for-2026-27-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m03q7f18yn</guid><description>With the Colorado Avalanche now playing 84 games in 2026-27 due to the NHL&#39;s expanded slate, the organization recently put out a list containing a few games they don&#39;t want their fanbase to miss.</description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8640,h_4860,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m03qwfs2zpqv0vyw1x.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche  Credit: Stephen R. 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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Legend Joe Sakic Is Putting the Skates Back On</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-legend-joe-sakic-putting-skates-back-on?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m01esgeenq</guid><description>Joe Sakic has been busy in Denver. He’s been reshaping an already talented Avalanche roster, but now he is trading front-office duties for the ice.</description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:38:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2700,h_1518,x_0,y_1018/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01m01fzec4bhqwsfsawc.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche forward Joe Sakic  Credit: USA TODAY Sports | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Looking to Join Exclusive Club in 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-looking-join-exclusive-club-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzysbr4smn</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche could accomplish big things this coming season.</description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:37:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2443,h_1374,x_0,y_119/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzysxjcaykq34ehjv9.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon and  defenseman Cale Makar | USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What a Nathan MacKinnon Extension Would Have Looked Like This Summer</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/what-nathan-mackinnon-extension-would-have-looked-like-this-summer?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzym1913fh</guid><description>What could a Nathan MacKinnon extension have looked like this summer? A $17 million AAV deal could have been realistic for the Avalanche superstar. </description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7578,h_4262,x_0,y_331/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzym4fxmaqr3kxx7jm.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon (29). Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>5 Bold Predictions for the Avalanche in 2026-27</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/5-bold-predictions-avalanche-2026-27?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzyepbdawp</guid><description>From another Norris Trophy winner to a surprising development in goals, here are five bold predictions for the Colorado Avalanche in the 2026-27 season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:54:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5057,h_2844,x_0,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzyhdft0cg4hmz4vc7.jpg" caption=" Colorado Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews (7) talks with defenseman Cale Makar (8)  Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Avalanche Have Weapon No Other NHL Team Could Match Last Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-have-weapon-no-other-nhl-team-could-match-last-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jason Fink</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzt2mrk829</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche are Stanley Cup contenders once again and this is a big reason why.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:55:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8256,h_4644,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzt32x89mqc2mh6fqk.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon  | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jason Fink"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Sam Malinski, Martin Necas Recognized for Recent Breakout Season with Avalanche</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/sam-malinski-martin-necas-recognized-recent-breakout-season-avalanche?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jennifer Streeter</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzvsswhd3n</guid><description>Martin Necas and Sam Malinski each had breakout seasons in 2025-26 that greatly contributed to the success of the Colorado Avalanche.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5599,h_3149,x_0,y_270/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzvt0mqdrkezk6sghe.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche defenseman Sam Malinski, center Martin Necas | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jennifer Streeter"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What’s Standing Between the Avalanche and Another Stanley Cup?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/what-s-standing-between-avalanche-another-stanley-cup?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jayd Serdy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzvv7eyn2d</guid><description>The Colorado Avalanche remain Stanley Cup contenders, but secondary scoring, goaltending, defensive depth and playoff execution could determine their postseason fate.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3645,h_2050,x_0,y_143/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzvvrc0vagxvxv6m2m.jpg" caption="May 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jayd Serdy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What Would Make the 2026-27 Season a Success for the Avalanche?</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/what-would-make-2026-27-season-success-avalanche?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzvfx9dh4q</guid><description>The Stanley Cup will always be the ultimate goal in Colorado, but determining success might not be that easy in Denver.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:11:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3265,h_1836,x_0,y_280/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/colorado_avalanche_on_si/01kzvht659b00kb46gnn.jpg" caption="Colorado Avalanche  | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Laura Lambert"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Predicting Avalanche Star Martin Necas&#39; Stats for the 2026-27 Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/predicting-avalanche-star-martin-necas-stats-2026-27-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Laura Lambert</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzsdtkyskj</guid><description>Martin Necas had a career year last season when he scored 100 points. 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