When the Colorado Avalanche and Edmonton Oilers get together, there’s an overflow of offensive firepower available. Four of the top six scorers in the NHL this year, including three of the last four players to win a Hart Trophy.
Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar had a blunt, one-word summation after his team rallied for a 3-2 overtime win against the New York Rangers, calling it “unimpressive.”
Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar has provided the latest update on injured captain Gabriel Landeskog, absent from play since 2022.
There were so many players on the ice at Colorado Avalanche practice Monday that callup Jason Polin didn’t have a stall in the team’s locker room.
Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar dismissed rumors that team captain Gabriel Landeskog has suffered a major setback in his recovery from knee surgery.
These days, things are going well for the Canadiens. The team just completed a five-game road trip during which they defeated the last four Stanley Cup champion teams. Well, they also lost to the mighty
Jared Bednar shook up the line combinations at practice following a disappointing effort vs the New York Rangers. The Avs also placed John Ludvig on waivers. Speaking of which, a high-priced goalie in Pittsburgh was also put on waivers.
Colorado coach Jared Bednar has stressed the importance of winning games within the division, so Saturday's game against the visiting Dallas Stars has more meaning for both teams.
Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar provided an update on Landeskog’s recovery following the session two days after denying the rumors talking about the forward having suffered a setback in his rehabilitation.
Even a three-goal outburst couldn’t solve the Avalanche’s problems as of late. “We’re just not firing on all cylinders. And it’s been the better part of a week,” Head coach Jared Bednar said.
Evan Bouchard also scored a goal and had an assist, and Brett Kulak and Viktor Arvidsson each scored a goal for the Oilers (29-13-3), who have won four straight, including a 5-3 comeback win at the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday. Leon Draisaitl had two assists, and Stuart Skinner made 22 saves.
There’s no shame in getting beat by Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl. The Oilers are the rare team that can create more puck magic than the Avs. Their firepower can be unnerving, and their possession time can be frustrating.