DNVR Colorado Avalanche Podcast
1,603 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 534 ratingsTHE daily Colorado Avalanche podcast, hosted by credentialed journalists, insiders and analysts. Former Avalanche Forward Eric LaCroix, Nathan Rudolph, AJ Haefele, and Meghan Angley give you the inside scoop on Nathan MacKinnon, the Avs, and the NHL. DNVR Avalanche is the No. 1 Avs Live podcast in the world. Live from the DNVR Bar, in downtown Denver.
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DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Disjointed Avalanche drop third straight in loss to Panthers
October 22, 2021 05:06 - 57 minutesThe Avs drop their third straight game in another underwhelming performance from their best players. The postgame goes a bit off the rails as things unravel when it comes to bounces, reffing, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE Denver Sports Podcast: Favorite season-opener memory in Denver sports history
October 22, 2021 01:56 - 44 minutesThe Denver Nuggets beat the Phoenix Suns in their season opener on Wednesday. Allie Monroy is joined by AJ Haefele, Andre Simone, Eric Wedum and Spencer Smith to reminiscing and take a look back at their favorite season opener memory in Denver sports history! Some of those moments include Peyton Mannings 7 TD game, Donte Bichette's walk-off in 1995, some Rocky Mountain Showdowns and more! Plus they get some input from fans and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Darcy Kuemper and the Colorado Avalanche's slow start
October 20, 2021 20:37 - 45 minutesWhile there's nothing to panic about, two losses in the Avs' first three games still qualifies as less than ideal. Beyond the glaring roster fluctuation issues, there is plenty that can and needs to be improved for Colorado. Evan Rawal and Rudo dive into what can be done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche defense no-shows in beatdown loss to Washington
October 20, 2021 08:44 - 59 minutesRudo and AJ go talk out the beatdown the Avalanche just received from the Washington Capitals. The stars were not out tonight and the team looked toast. Its only three games into the season, but this loss stings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Avalanche address roster issues with Mikhail Maltsev and Martin Kaut call-ups
October 19, 2021 00:31 - 1 hourAfter a game started with 17 skaters, the Avs have more cap flexibility and are able to call up some of the players people are excited to see. Plus, the Jack Eichel sweepstakes has returned to the news cycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Avalanche depth already being tested by injuries and Gabe Landeskog's suspension
October 16, 2021 00:09 - 1 hourIt's not even game two of the season but, MacKinnon still out with COVID, Landeskog suspended, Toews, and now Nichushkin injured. The Avs are staring down a deep dive into their depth forwards. Rudo and AJ break down the situation and what's happening with the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE Denver Sports Podcast: What is the big question for the Denver Nuggets heading in to their season and is all the hype for Bones Hyland warranted?
October 15, 2021 01:48 - 1 hourThe Denver Nuggets take on the Suns for the start of the season next Wednesday and the DNVR crew is talking all about the questions surrounding the team, some bold predictions and the hype for Bones! Allie Monroy is joined by Brendan Vogt, Ryan Koenigsberg, AJ Haefele and Patrick Lyons, they also talk what the Rockies need to do during the offseason as well as give their thoughts on Bill Schmidt as the new GM. They finish up the show talking about Gabriel Landeskog being suspended for two gam...
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Bo Byram bodies Blackhawks on opening night
October 14, 2021 06:48 - 44 minutesThe Avs come out firing on opening night defeating the Chicago Blackhawks 4 - 2, often looking dominant in a game without Nathan MacKinnon. The Avs were led by the rookie Bowen Byram and received contributions from the entire lineup. Blais, Evan, and Rudo break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Ranta, Nichushkin, and the Avs opening night roster with Meghan Angley
October 13, 2021 21:30 - 58 minutesThe Avs season begins tomorrow and with a few final cuts, the roster has been mostly solidified. Rudo, Aj, and Meghan discuss the Avs opening night roster and dive into some expectations and considerations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Will fortune favor Colorado? Avalanche season predictions
October 12, 2021 04:43 - 1 hourRudo and AJ get ready for the future with professional Tarot card readings for the Avalanche. Will the Avs have good fortune or will they hit a wall this season? All that and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen pop off in the Colorado Avalanche's final preseason game
October 10, 2021 05:39 - 57 minutesAJ and Rudo go through the last preseason game of the season. They talk about what they think will happen to the young players and which players might be let go. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Sampo Ranta and Alex Newhook are one step closer to making the Avalanche
October 08, 2021 22:44 - 1 hourRudo and AJ go through the Avs latest roster cuts. Alex Newhook and Sampo Ranta are still on the roster and there is a chance they stick around till the season opener. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE Denver Sports Podcast: Bold Predictions for the Avs, Broncos, and Buffs
October 08, 2021 00:08 - 1 hourThe Avs are a week away from the start of their season, the Broncos are 3-1 and well... the Buffs are hanging in there. Allie Monroy is joined by Nathan Rudolph, Andre Simone, and Henry Chisholm to talk bold predictions for these Denver Sports teams as well as give out early season awards to help introduce the team to new fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: How much does Pavel Francouz's injury change things for the Avalanche?
October 07, 2021 21:47 - 1 hourWith an official timetable on Pavel Francouz's lower-body injury and Jared Bednar testing positive for COVID Rudo and AJ take a look at the first month of the Avs schedule and what impact those two things could have and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Who are the Colorado Avalanche's biggest threats in the Central Division?
October 07, 2021 00:23 - 1 hourRudo and AJ go through the biggest threats for the Colorado Avalanche in the Central Division. Who will give Colorado a run for its money this year? Do AJ and Rudo agree on which players are the most dangerous? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Pavel Francouz injury overshadows game against the Vegas Golden Knights
October 06, 2021 08:09 - 1 hourA wildly offensive preseason game isn't something to take too much out of. Unless that something is a potential injury. Pavel Francouz may not be a "key" piece to the Avalanche this season but if he's going to miss significant time this season it leaves the Avs with a hole they cannot fill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Sampo Ranta steals the show in preseason win over Wild
October 01, 2021 20:50 - 1 hourRudo, AJ, and Blais go through the second Colorado Avalanche preseason. Rampo Santa was an absolute star while some others disappeared. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE Denver Sports Podcast: Broncos are 3-0 and expectations as the Avs & Nuggets start their 2021-2022 preseason
October 01, 2021 05:52 - 1 hourThe Broncos are undefeated three games into the season and the Avalanche and Nuggets have begun their 2021-2022 preseason. What to expect from the Avs & Nuggets and can the Broncos keep the strike alive? Allie Monroy is joined by Ryan Koenigsberg, Nathan Rudolph, and Brendan Vogt to discuss all that and more on THE Denver Sports Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Where does Justus Annunen stand with the Avalanche?
September 30, 2021 21:05 - 1 hourRudo and AJ go through the goaltender options as Justus Annunen is most likely to head down to the AHL. The fellas believe that the Avs have full confidence in Justus, but they just want him to get some experience. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: After Shane Bowers shines, how do Sampo Ranta and Martin Kaut respond?
September 29, 2021 21:30 - 1 hourWith one preseason game in the books, the bar has been set by Shane Bowers in the battle for the fourth line. With half a dozen names in the mix for one lineup spot things could get interesting over the next two weeks. AJ and Rudo dive into the depth forward battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Byram shines in first preseason game
September 29, 2021 05:59 - 1 hourThe squad is back together for the first preseason postgame show of the year! Rudo, AJ, Blais, and Evan all go through what was a hectic game. There were a lot of standouts, but there were also a few things the fellas would like to see improve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Winners and losers of Avs training camp
September 27, 2021 20:48 - 1 hourRudo and AJ go through the winners and losers of the Avs training camp. They talk about which lines are are most likely to start the season and which players seem to be poised to make the opening night roster. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado's stars shine brightest on day 2 of Avalanche training camp
September 24, 2021 21:15 - 50 minutesRudo, AJ, and Evan go through day 2 of the Avalanche training camp. The stars really showed today. The top line completely dominated and excitement is rampant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Day one of Avs training camp give early look at potential lines
September 23, 2021 21:01 - 58 minutesRudo, AJ and Evan go through the first day of the Avs first day of training camp! Jack Johnson against all odds looked decent, but there is some disagreement on whether he was good enough. There is a lot of energy and fellas are hyped to have hockey back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Avalanche Training Camp preview
September 23, 2021 00:13 - 53 minutesRudo and AJ preview the Avalanche training camp. They go through the position groups and the lines to see where the battles will be. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE Denver Sports Podcast: Teddy Mania, Avs Rookies, Rockies young stars & Nuggets Training Camp
September 22, 2021 02:54 - 1 hourA lot going on in the Denver sports world! Broncos are 2-0 with Teddy Bridgewater at QB, Rockies are finishing up their year while the Avs and Nuggets are just beginning their seasons. Allie Monroy is joined by Zac Stevens, AJ Haefele, Drew Creasman, and Eric Wedum to talk all about what's going on with the Broncos, Rockies, Avs, and Nuggets, plus they answer some questions from the DNVR Lounge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Andreas Wingerli powers Avs to roller coaster victory
September 20, 2021 20:30 - 49 minutesRudo and AJ discuss the Avs victory in the rookie tournament. Andreas Wingerli shows out in the game against the San Jose Sharks. Many Avs that helped their stock, but some took a hit. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Newhook and Bowers lift Avs to Rookie Tournament win
September 20, 2021 03:40 - 49 minutesAfter a rough game one, the Avs big guns showed and dominated in game two of the rookie tournament. A four-point night for Newhook and multi-goal outing for Shane Bowers showed why they are the Avs leading forward prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Kings thrash Avs to open rookie tournament
September 18, 2021 23:49 - 52 minutesThe Avs drop their opening game of the rookie tournament 4 - 0 to the LA Kings. Despite an ugly scoreboard, there were still things to like, Rudo and AJ break it down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: How good can a healthy Darcy Kuemper be for the Colorado Avalanche
September 16, 2021 21:57 - 52 minutesThe Colorado Avalanche's rookies are in Arizona for Rookie Camp and the conversation continues about how a healthy goaltender in Darcy Kuemper could change the game for the Avs. AJ Haefele and Nathan Rudolph are joined by former NHL video coach and current PHNX Coyotes beat writer Steve Peters on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Bowen Byram's multi-point effort paces Team Burgundy to victory
September 15, 2021 04:12 - 54 minutesRudo and AJ recap Avs Dev camp. Bo Byram shines with a multi-point effort in scrimmage. They also go through who else shined today and who had a luck luster performence. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Sampo Ranta Superstar? Avs Dev camp day 2
September 14, 2021 01:48 - 53 minutesRudo and AJ go through what they saw today at the Avs Dev camp on day 2. Things are ramping up and the fellas can't hold their excitement. They also break down whether Sampo Ranta is a superstar in the making. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Newhook leads by example at day one of development camp
September 12, 2021 21:04 - 1 hourOn-ice activities are finally officially back, AJ and Rudo break down all of day one of development camp including standouts Alex Newhook, Sampo Ranta, and Shane Bowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Free Skate Friday: Full Ice Trivia
September 10, 2021 22:26 - 49 minutesBlais hits Rudo, AJ, and Evan with his brand new game show. Blaise goes through hockey history trying to stump the fellas. The winner gets nothing, but the loser has to wear the all-mighty mom chain. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Artem Anisimov and the Avalanche roster logjam
September 09, 2021 20:42 - 1 hourThe Avs added another PTO before camp in Artem Anisimov. With an already crowded group competing for a bottom-six job, another body muddies the waters even further in who will come out on top in camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Talking Lacroix Hockey with Co-Founder Scott Masters
September 08, 2021 20:45 - 1 hourRudo and AJ talk Lacroix Hockey with Co-Founder Scott Masters. Lacroix hockey is an advisory group that helps young Colorado hockey players find a path to the pros. Scott also goes through some of the crazy stories that he experienced while in the NHL. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which Avalanche players are candidates for the Winter Olympics?
September 07, 2021 21:15 - 1 hourWith NHL players officially returning to the Winter Olympics Rudo and AJ look at the Avs roster and see who has the best shot at making the biggest sporting event in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado's rookie camp roster
September 03, 2021 20:27 - 59 minutesThe Avs officially announced their rookie camp roster, with high-end prospects like Byram, Newhook, Barron, and Bowers the top end should put on a show but there are a number of interesting storylines down the lineup that could impact players futures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Can Jack Johnson actually help the Avalanche?
September 02, 2021 20:47 - 52 minutesRudo and AJ break down the signing of Jack Johnson. The fellas go over his stats the last couple of seasons and it seems there is a trend. AJ believes Johnson isn't all bad, but it also isn't great. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Would NHL teams rather have Nathan MacKinnon or Cale Makar?
September 01, 2021 20:41 - 56 minutesRudo and Aj go through a plethora of would you rather scenarios around the leagues. They talk about rebuilds, up-and-coming players, and much more. The fellas also discuss the signing of Jack Johnson as it breaks on-air and AJ has some strong feelings about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which NHL teams have the best defenses?
August 31, 2021 20:54 - 1 hourAJ and Rudo go through the NHL and rank the top defenses in the league. The Avs are extremely talented on the defensive end, but are they the best? Makar and Girard are young and still improving while Toews is a great piece. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The NHL needs more of the Jesperi Kotkaniemi drama
August 30, 2021 20:50 - 1 hourAJ and Rudo go through the Jesperi Kotkaniemi situation. The NHL had some Twitter drama over the weekend and the boys loved it. Is Montreal right to be upset? AJ doesn't believe so. Rudo goes through what should have been done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
THE Denver Sports Podcast: Denver Sports and Colorado State Trivia!
August 28, 2021 01:31 - 43 minutesWith NFL preseason going on for the Broncos & the dead off-season for Nuggets and Avs, Allie Monroy put some of the DNVR crew's knowledge of Denver Sports trivia to the test as well as how much do they know about the state of Colorado! AJ Haefele, Henry Chisholm, Andre Simone and Harrison Wind compete to see who knows the most on THE Denver Sports Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Where are DNVR's favorite hockey prospects now?
August 27, 2021 21:05 - 56 minutesAJ and Rudo go through some of their past draft sweethearts. They have seen many prospects come up the ranks, but how many of them actually panned out? AJ reminisces about a young Taranseko. All that and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Who is Colorado's next star player?
August 26, 2021 20:55 - 1 hourAJ and Rudo discuss who is up next on the Avs roster. Bowen Byram feels like the right answer, but the Avs are full of young talented players. They also break down the newest big deals and how they impact the Avalanche. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Mailbag: Which Zombie President would win in a Royal Rumble?
August 25, 2021 21:00 - 1 hourRudo and AJ answer listener questions on the show ranging from Taylor Makar's future to Avs players as video game characters and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: What the Avalanche need from Nazem Kadri this year
August 24, 2021 20:33 - 1 hourThe Colorado Avalanche lost a lot of production in their forward corps between Brandon Saad and Joonas Donskoi. With that Nazem Kadri's role becomes more important than ever. He is also an upcoming UFA. Today we're doing a deep dive into Nazem Kadri and how important he is to the Colorado Avalanche. AJ Haefel and Rudo come to you LIVE to break down everything you need to know in the world of the Colorado Avalanche! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: What should the Avalanche do with Nazem Kadri and Andre Burakovsky?
August 23, 2021 20:24 - 1 hourThe Colorado Avalanche has 2 major free agency decisions coming next offseason. Andre Burakovsky and Nazem Kadri are both upcoming UFA's and major impact players in the Avs' top 6. They're both playing for big boy contracts. Who is it more important to keep? Can they kee either or both? AJ Haefele and Rudo come to you LIVE to break down everything you need to know in the world of the Colorado Avalanche! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The good, bad, and ugly of the NHL offseason
August 20, 2021 20:38 - 1 hourThe DNVR Avs crew closes out the week looking at some of the best and worst moves around the NHL. Who improved and who hit the pitfalls of free agency and the offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Best and Worst of Colorado's summer moves
August 19, 2021 20:30 - 1 hourThe DNVR crew is back live for today's show looking at all of the Avs offseason moves and ranking them from worst to first. In some cases including the moves they decided not to make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices