MacKinnon Continuing to Chase History & Nichushkin Coming Back Can Fix Many Issues
Also, Avs kick off their first trade leading up to the 2024 Trade Deadline
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In today’s edition, Nathan MacKinnons Hart Trophy worthy season so far continues as he is breaking records all over the place, from Franchise records to NHL records. Valeri Nichushkin has been cleared to resume skating, and his presence will be felt in many areas during the first game he’s back.
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Avalanche’s MacKinnon Keeps Chasing History
February 29, 2024 by Kerry Collins
Remember when Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon was lamenting his lack of success after his first nine NHL seasons? It might seem like a million years ago, but it was only three. Since then, MacKinnon has won a Stanley Cup, posted his first 100-point NHL campaign, and is on pace this season to obliterate pretty much everything he’s done before. Alex Kerfoot, Arizona Coyotes (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)
Nichushkin’s Return Could Be a Turning Point for the Avalanche
February 28, 2024 by Stefano Rubino
With all the rumors and speculation around the NHL Trade Deadline, some good news has come early for the Colorado Avalanche. Valeri Nichushkin has been cleared to resume practicing with the team and has entered the follow-up care phase of the NHL/NHLPA Players Assistance Program. It also states that even if he is cleared to resume practice, he is not cleared to return to any game action until further notice.
Devils Acquire MacDermid from Avalanche for Bardakov, Pick
March 1, 2024 by Jacob Billington
The New Jersey Devils announced they have acquired defenseman Kurtis MacDermid from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for forward Zakhar Bardakov and a 2024 seventh-round draft pick.
Avalanche Must Make 3 Key Moves at 2024 NHL Trade Deadline
March 3, 2024 by Marko Zlomislic
With less than a week to go until the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline (Mar. 8), the Colorado Avalanche got a head start on their business by trading forward Kurtis MacDermid to the New Jersey Devils for a 2024 seventh-round draft pick and prospect Zakhar Bardakov. The move gives general manager Chris MacFarland additional flexibility by freeing up nearly $1 million in cap space, providing the Avalanche just over $2.2 million to play with ahead of the big day.
Avalanche Goalie Targets with Fleury Off the Board
February 29, 2024 by Stefano Rubino
The trade deadline is getting closer every day. The Colorado Avalanche have a couple of positions they could look to improve, whether it be an offensive “2C” with term left on their contract, another defenseman to bolster their defense, or, more importantly, a “1B” goaltender that can help backup Alexandar Georgiev. It would also ensure that they would feel confident in their backup if anything happened to him in the remainder of the regular season or during the playoffs. While many names have been floating around the NHL news on who could be available, some recent news has come out that could change the market a bit, not just for the Avs.