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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Episodes
Is a higher scoring NHL here to stay or can goalies like Alexandar Georgiev stem the tide?
February 21, 2024 23:14 - 1 hourThe NHL has seen a steady increase in scoring over the last decade and a drop in goaltending numbers across that stretch. How did the NHL get here? and is it a good thing? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast talks NHL scoring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Georgiev and the Colorado Avalanche take down the Vancouver Canucks with stellar defensive effort
February 21, 2024 06:32 - 1 hourAlexandar Georgiev only let one goal in tonight against one of the top producing teams in the league as the Colorado Avalanche get two goals from Ryan Johansen to make it two wins in a row. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Colorado Avalanche get back to winning in weird one against the Arizona Coyotes
February 19, 2024 04:22 - 1 hourA multi point night from MacKinnon and Byram might be expected but two points form Jack Johnson is a pleasant surprise as a game with multiple disallowed goals falls the Avs way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What is Chris MacFarland up to as the NHL trade deadline approaches? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
February 17, 2024 00:09 - 1 hourWith Jarmo Kekalainen out as GM in Columbus a conversation about what impact a GM can have seems prudent. Along with this the rapidly approaching trade deadline brings up the question of what scouts are doing this time of year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A rare off game for Makar and Toews costs the Colorado Avalanche against the Tampa Bay Lightning
February 16, 2024 05:02 - 1 hourDespite a multi-goal game for Bowen Byram the Avs defense was their downfall in this one. Lehkonen continued to produce but the Avs have to stop giving up four goals a game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How is the Western Conference playoff bubble shaping up? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
February 14, 2024 23:46 - 57 minutesWith 30 games to go teams like St. Louis and Los Angeles are clinging to wild card spots with Nashville and Calgary hot on their tails and teams like Minnesota and Seattle on the outside looking in. How are things setup for the run down the stretch for the West? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lehkonen and the Colorado Avalanche find their offense as they drub the Washington Capitals
February 14, 2024 04:48 - 57 minutesA four point night from Artturi lehkonen drives the Avs as they also get multi point nights from Byram, Wood, Colton, MacKinnon, and Rantane. Has the Avs offense finally solved it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche are dead on arrival against the Florida Panthers
February 12, 2024 16:45 - 50 minutesThe Avs are held off the score sheet as they fail to muster anything against Bobrovsky and the Panthers. Colorado is now averaging less than 2 goals per game post all-star break. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 1:00 Have to win the special teams battle, and didn’t- 2:35 Georgiev was not the problem - 9:26 Where are the stars? - 22:54 Mack goes out of the game - 30:22 Game never felt in grasp - 35:13 This does happen to every team - 40:50 Final thoughts/ superchats - 45:16 An ALLCITY Network Producti...
The Colorado Avalanche look lost in weird loss to the Carolina Hurricanes
February 09, 2024 06:13 - 56 minutesDespite setting the record for the fastest two goals in franchise history the Avs just never really had it in this one. One quality goal from Parise and a fluke from Girard was not enough to make up for a struggling Georgiev and the Avs as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Ken Klee talks PWHL, Head Coaching, Avalanche, and more
February 07, 2024 22:08 - 56 minutesThe DNVR Avalanche Podcast is joined by former Av and current PWHL Minnesota Head coach Ken Klee to talk about the new Women’s hockey league from the ground up as well as his thoughts on the Colorado Avalanche. Start - 0:00 First head coaching gig? - 1:00 How the PWHL came about and Klee's involvement - 2:45 Rule #1 playing for Coach Klee - 5:20 Rivalries building? - 9:00 Best player in the PWHL? - 12:40 Why settle in CO? - 15:15 bet265 top 5 PWHL expansion cities - 19:00 Ken Klee's NHL care...
Nathan MacKinnon held scoreless as Colorado Avalanche lose late to the New Jersey Devils
February 07, 2024 17:37 - 50 minutesThe Avs didn't play particularly well but a valiant two goal come back with goals from Rantanen, Makar, and Girard gave them a chance only for them to fall apart in the final two minutes. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 0:58 First ten minutes were really promising - 2:15 Talking Justus Annunen - 6:00 Goalie interference? - 12:15 Avs lost all momentum after that called back goal - 18:06 Are the refs softer this year? - 21:53 PP was rough - 26:22 Defense was also rough 27:04 You need a save there - 39...
Georgiev and the Avalanche can't cross the finish line and lose to the New York Rangers in OT | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
February 06, 2024 04:26 - 55 minutesSorry for the cut off in the beginning fam! Didn't miss much but the intro. Just one goal from the Avs from Nathan MacKinnon was enough to get the game to overtime off quality goaltending but Colorado ultimately comes up short in the extra frame. Sorry for the delay in audio fam! Had a minor malfunction didn't miss much though Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Team MacKinnon's Power Trio, Olympic Comeback, Coaching Shakeup, and Central Division Twist!
February 02, 2024 22:40 - 1 hourAll-Star weekend has started and Team MacKinnon is assembled. To no one’s surprise, Sidney Crosby will compete alongside Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, and we’ll get a glimpse at what Elias Lindholm could have looked like alongside them too. Meanwhile, Eric and Meghan dissect the latest NHL headlines, covering the highly anticipated return of the Olympics in 2026, the LA Kings parting ways with Todd McLellan as head coach, and the significant move of a key centerman to a Central division ri...
Canucks Make Bold Move: Elias Lindholm Acquired in Mega Trade, NHL Deadline Dynamics Shift
February 01, 2024 22:26 - 1 hourIn a shocking development, the Vancouver Canucks have secured Elias Lindholm in a major trade, sacrificing a roster player, picks, and prospects. With this blockbuster move, one of the NHL Deadline's prime targets is now off the table. Meghan and Eric delve into alternative trade ideas and the evolving landscape of the approaching deadline. Meanwhile, with All-Star weekend on the horizon, the burning question remains: will Nathan MacKinnon or Cale Makar emerge victorious and claim the cash pr...
What is the most underrated Avalanche storyline this year? | DNVR Avalanche Mailbag
January 31, 2024 23:43 - 1 hourAs the all-star break is in full swing the DNVR Avalanche Podcast answers listener questions including underrated storylines, dunking, the team plane, Landeskog and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trade pieces for the Colorado Avalanche and the top of the Central Division | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
January 31, 2024 01:02 - 1 hourEveryone is always talking about the big pieces out there on offer at the trade deadline but it’s also important to look at what top teams like Colorado, Winnipeg, and Dallas have to give up in those trades. What can the top teams in the west afford to lose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bednar's Blueprint: How leadership sought out Zach Parise for Colorado’s locker room
January 29, 2024 22:46 - 57 minutesJared Bednar provided a run down on the current needs of the team and discussed Zach Parise’s fit in the Colorado Avalanche lineup. The 39-year old veteran winger didn’t find a home this offseason, and now he’s coming to the Mile High. Darren Helm, Andrew Cogliano - veteran sauce has proven success, but can Parise keep up with Colorado’s pace? Meghan and Rudo get together to further discuss the hole he fills and check-in with a Western Conference foe. They’ve won 16 in a row, but are the Edmo...
Logan O'Connor is a wagon as the Colorado Avalanche overthrow LA Kings with extreme prejudice
January 27, 2024 07:30 - 56 minutesJust another multi goal night for LOC backed up by goals from MacKinnon, Colton, and Manson the Avs were on another level as Georgiev looked Locked in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Would Zach Parise help the Colorado Avalanche? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
January 25, 2024 23:26 - 1 hourAs the All-star break approaches rumors are swirling that old foe Zach Parise could sign with the Colorado Avalanche. Does this make sense? What's the upside? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast analyzes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nathan MacKinnon hits with the four again as the Colorado Avalanche crush the Washington Capitals
January 25, 2024 07:50 - 58 minutesA five point night from Nathan MacKinnon is backed up by multi point nights from Rantanen and Makar as the Avs stars dominate the Capitals and get a quality start from Georgiev. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Prospect Progress: Ben Meyers and Ivan Ivan Shine as Colorado Eagles Figure Out Their Season
January 24, 2024 00:59 - 1 hourDive into the heart of the Colorado Eagles' season under the new leadership of head coach Aaron Schneekloth! Join Eric, Meghan, and Rudo as they dissect the progress of Avalanche prospects amidst an up and down season. What are the Avs’ plans for Ben Meyers: trade-bait, waiver-risk, or a protected asset? How will Bowen Byram's return effect Sam Malinski's role – from significant minutes with the Eagles to the possibility of making a mark in the NHL. Get the inside scoop on all things Avs-rela...
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Patrick Roy’s return to the NHL and Colorado’s place in the league
January 23, 2024 01:21 - 1 hourNearly eight years after leaving the Colorado Avalanche Patrick Roy is back in the NHL, starting off appropriately with an overtime win. How will he fit in New York? For a team like the Avalanche how are they viewed as a franchise in the modern NHL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Logan O'Connor hat trick propels the Colorado Avalanche over the Philadelphia Flyers
January 21, 2024 00:49 - 1 hourThe Avs drop another touchdown this time with just three goal scorers. MacKinnon and Rantanen both had two and Logan O'Connor has his first career hat trick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: A bad first period finally hurts the Colorado Avalanche in loss to Boston Bruins
January 19, 2024 05:02 - 50 minutesIt's hard to win when you spot the other team goals a bunch of goals early. The Avs comeback ability finally came up short despite goals from Wood and MacKinnon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How many pieces do the Colorado Avalanche Need? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
January 17, 2024 22:50 - 50 minutesAs the trade deadline inches closer and the Avs still have holes in their roster, how many positions should Colorado be targeting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Mikko Rantanen and The Colorado Avalanche persevere again over the Ottawa Senators
January 17, 2024 04:58 - 1 hourThe Avs drop a Touchdown on Ottawa with goals from everywhere including Polin, Wood, O'Connor, Malinski, Toews, and 2 from Rantanen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Despite Cale Makar's efforts the Colorado Avalanche lose late to the Montreal Canadiens
January 16, 2024 04:43 - 50 minutesThe Avs top guys of MacKinnon, Rantanen and Makar did everything they could with additional production from guys like Colton but it just wasn't enough to overcome some defensive shortcomings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Drouin and the Colorado Avalanche post another miraculous comeback against the Toronto Maple Leafs
January 14, 2024 05:20 - 1 hourThe Avs gave up the first three goals of the game yet again but were able to get back and close it out thanks to goals from Drouin, Rantanen, Cogliano, MacKinnon, and Colton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Are the Winnipeg Jets really the Stanley Cup favorites at the NHL’s midpoint?
January 11, 2024 23:22 - 1 hourAs the NHL season reaches the halfway mark several teams have established themselves as top contenders but who should you have the most confidence in? Winnipeg? Colorado? Vegas? Boston? Florida? New York? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast talks tops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Nichushkin train cannot be stopped as the Colorado Avalanche shutout the Vegas Golden Knights
January 11, 2024 07:37 - 1 hourAnother multi goal night from Val Nichushkin is backstopped by a 25 save shutout from Georgiev. Colorado continues to rack up wins against top teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Do more teams around the NHL need a shakeup like Anaheim and Philadelphia? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
January 10, 2024 00:02 - 1 hourA trade of to former top 5 picks came out of the blue yesterday as Philadelphia swapped Cutter Gauthier for Anaheim’s Jamie Drysdale. Are trades like this a good thing or a sign of desperation and which other teams out there need to be movers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nichushkin and the Colorado Avalanche find a way over the Boston Bruins in the shootout
January 09, 2024 07:02 - 57 minutesThe Avs dominated the majority of regulation with goals from Rantanen, O'Connor, and Malinski but it would take Nichushkin in the shootout to get the job done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Colorado Avalanche can't get a save as they get bopped by the Florida Panthers
January 07, 2024 01:52 - 51 minutesNot every day you see two goaltenders on the same team have a save percentage under .800. Some matinee craziness had the Avs in this game but it ultimately all fell apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Halifax Homies play superheroes for the Colorado Avalanche in miraculous win over the Dallas Stars
January 05, 2024 06:15 - 1 hourA multi-goal game for both Drouin and MacKinnon as the Avs struggle but over come Dallas in OT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New year resolutions for the Colorado Avalanche and the NHL | DNVR Avalanche Podcast
January 04, 2024 00:42 - 1 hourAs we get into the new year what should the Colorado Avalanche strive for in 2024 and what the NHL and hockey on the whole? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast talks about advancing hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Colorado Avalanche bailout Alexandar Georgiev and overcome the New York Islanders
January 03, 2024 06:50 - 1 hourA monster night from Nichushkin, MacKinnon, and Makar is enough to overcome some weak goaltending as the Avs make it three in a row with an OT win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Colorado Avalanche win on New Years with third period fireworks over San Jose Sharks
January 03, 2024 06:10 - 52 minutesNathan MacKinnon hit more posts than the Avs scored goals but the Colorado eventually found a way with a big goal from Val Nichuskin and a Josh Manson empty netter to finish it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Georgiev holds the St. Louis Blues to one as the Colorado Avalanche win a snoozer
December 30, 2023 05:46 - 56 minutesA hockey game that definitely happened. The Avs win off the back of a multi-point night from Ryan Johansen and a crucial late goal from Devone Toews but it's a forgettable NHL game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who was Pierre Lacroix and why is he so important to the Colorado Avalanche’s history?
December 29, 2023 20:46 - 42 minutesOn this week’s The Denver Sports Podcast, Harrison Wind and DNVR Avalanche reporter Meghan Angley discuss DNVR’s documentary on Pierre Lacroix and why the former Avalanche GM is such an important figure in Denver sports history. :30 Intro The Pierre Lacroix documentary: 1:30 Pierre Lacroix's ceremony: 3:14 Rubbing elbows with legends: 9:00 Meghan Angley in Toronto: 14:30 Pierre Lacroix imprint: 22:50 Ray Borque trade: 35:12 BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1443269/10874...
Who was Pierre Lacroix and why is he so important to the Colorado Avalanche’s history?
December 29, 2023 20:46 - 42 minutesOn this week’s The Denver Sports Podcast, Harrison Wind and DNVR Avalanche reporter Meghan Angley discuss DNVR’s documentary on Pierre Lacroix and why the former Avalanche GM is such an important figure in Denver sports history. :30 Intro The Pierre Lacroix documentary: 1:30 Pierre Lacroix's ceremony: 3:14 Rubbing elbows with legends: 9:00 Meghan Angley in Toronto: 14:30 Pierre Lacroix imprint: 22:50 Ray Borque trade: 35:12 BUY TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941/1443269/10874...
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Are multi-goal comebacks the new normal in the NHL?
December 28, 2023 23:53 - 1 hourThe Avalanche have seen a number of multi-goal comebacks both for and against them this season and that trend is also prominent across the entire NHL. Is the league entering an era where no lead is safe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Disastrous third period costs the Colorado Avalanche a point against the Arizona Coyotes
December 28, 2023 06:49 - 1 hourDespite multi-point nights from all of MacKinnon, Rantanen, and Makar the Avs completely collapse in the third period ultimately surrendering a 4-goal lead and losing in OT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Colorado Avalanche depth surges past the Arizona Coyotes
December 24, 2023 07:29 - 1 hourThe Avs get production from everywhere including goals from Byram, Nichushkin, Manson, and Olofsson. LOC also had a two point night, and Georgiev finally had the night you were looking for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nathan MacKinnon refuses to lose as the Colorado Avalanche escape the Ottawa Senators
December 22, 2023 07:07 - 59 minutesA 5 point night including 4 goals for Nathan MacKinnon nearly single-handedly won the night for the Avs. Rantanen also pitched in 2 goals as Georgiev battled his way through the night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: What will become of Devon Toews' spicy postgame comments?
December 21, 2023 00:25 - 1 hourAfter a disappointing loss against the Chicago Blackhawks Devon Toews let out some frustration regarding the effort levels his teammates have been showing. Will these comments amp up the rest of the line up? Or will it drive a wedge between leaders in the locker room? Tune in with Eric and Meghan as we talk some more Avs drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Despite Val Nichushkin's effort the Colorado Avalanche crumble to the Chicago Blackhawks
December 20, 2023 09:12 - 1 hourTwo goals from Nichushkin would be the only two for the Avs as players like Byram and Rantanen continue to find struggles on a night where the Refs had some interesting calls. The Avs lose a bad one to Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: How do the Colorado Avalanche shape their lineup for the next few months?
December 18, 2023 23:09 - 1 hourWith the Tatar trade made the Avs have seen a lot of mixing and matching in their lineup, how does the dust settle? Which options are best? Who has the most opportunity? And how will players returning from injury change the situation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche turbo dunk the San Jose Sharks
December 18, 2023 09:01 - 1 hourThe Avs drop 6 goals on the SEGABABA including a 4 point nigh from MacKinnon to go with big nights from Rantanen, Drouin and Nichushkin. Wood also added a goal and Georgiev is trending in the right direction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Colorado Avalanche lay down and get rolled by the Winnipeg Jets | DNVR Avalanche Postgame Show
December 17, 2023 10:08 - 44 minutesThe Avs were never competitive as the Jets score 6 goals on 23 shots, far to many turnovers form everyone, MacKinnon, all the way down to Jones. Prosvetov was not able to bail them out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tomas Tatar era ends in Colorado with trade to Seattle | DNVR Avalanche Emergency Podcast
December 16, 2023 03:16 - 23 minutesTomas Tatar's tenure as a member of the Colorado Avalanche ended on Friday with a trade to the Seattle Kraken. The Avalanche received a 2024 5th-round pick in exchange for the veteran Tatar. Tatar scored his first and only goal as a member of the Avalanche in Colorado's win over the Calgary Flames two nights ago. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: http://bit.ly/3D9aqH1 ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DNVR_Sports Go watch the B...