Colorado Hockey Now

Colorado Hockey Now is a member of the National Hockey Now network, which focuses solely on hockey reporting, specifically about the Colorado Avalanche. Adrian Dater serves as the editor-in-chief of Colorado Hockey Now and has been following the Avalanche since 1995. He spent over two decades at the Denver Post, from 1991 to 2014, and later became the NHL national columnist for Bleacher Report. After that, he reported on the Avalanche for BSN Denver.

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Deen’s Daily: Avalanche Have What Other Teams Want; Former Avs Forward Returns to Central Division

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Avs have a player teams are reportedly asking about. The Seattle Kraken made another trade, this time acquiring one of the Avs’ depth pieces from the 2022 Stanley Cup run. Also, teams are quickly filling out their coaching staffs. All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 21. It appears the Avalanche have something other teams want. It’s something they didn’t have for many years but spent most of the winter stocking up on. Center depth.
Should the Avalanche Entertain Offers for Charlie Coyle?

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

What a difference a few months makes. The Avalanche have been struggling to find center depth since they won the Stanley Cup in 2022. But after signing Brock Nelson, they’re suddenly being asked about their depth and if they’re willing to move on from one of their big three. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman recently released a 32 Thoughts blog, and he spoke about the interest teams have in Charlie Coyle, even if the Avs aren’t necessarily looking to move him.
Deen’s Daily: Duchene Over Marchment; Toews Lands Big Money; Marchand Trolls League

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Dallas Stars made a decision to choose a pending UFA over one of their guys under contract. Jonathan Toews has made his decision for the upcoming season. Also, Brad Marchand is having way too much fun after winning the Stanley Cup. All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 20. The Avalanche are not going to sign Jonathan Toews after all. Toews officially agreed to a deal with his hometown Winnipeg Jets on Friday, albeit the contract can’t be signed until July 1.
Avalanche Sign Two Minor Depth Pieces to One-Year Deals

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Avalanche locked up two of their restricted free agents on Friday, signing Matt Stienburg and Jason Polin each to one-year deals for the 2025-26 season. Stienburg, 24, played eight games for the Avs this past season, all in October when the team was dealing with several injuries. He didn’t record a point and played just 6:05 per game before a suspension led to him getting sent back down to the AHL for the remainder of the regular season.
Jonathan Toews Will Sign With Winnipeg, Not Colorado, For 2025-26 Season

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

Jonathan Toews has chosen a destination for his NHL comeback in 2025-26. And it will be with a different Central Division team. The Winnipeg Jets are signing the 37-year-old three-time Stanley Cup champion to a one-year contract. The deal was agreed to, but can’t be signed until July 1. Toews has not played in either of the last two seasons after suffering from long Covid.
Deen’s Daily: McDavid Defeated; Let Trades & Rumors Begin

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Stanley Cup Final has wrapped up, and the offseason is already in full swing. The buyout window approaches while trades and signings are breaking. All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 19. With the Stanley Cup Final officially wrapped up, the buyout window is quickly approaching — as it opens 48 hours after the Stanley Cup is awarded. I don’t envision the Avs going the buyout route with anyone. If Miles Wood’s deal was two years shorter, then perhaps?
Deen’s Daily: Avalanche Among Finalists for Jonathan Toews; Winter Olympics Preliminary Rosters

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Avs are reportedly among the two finalists for a veteran forward. They’ll also have at least four players representing their nations in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. Also, the Stanley Cup Final could come to an end tonight. All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 17. Jonathan Toews can’t officially sign until July 1 but it sounds like he’s narrowing in on a decision.
Landeskog Named To Team Sweden’s Preliminary Olympic Roster

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

Gabe Landeskog is heading to Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Avalanche’s captain was one of six players to be named to Team Sweden’s roster on Monday. Landeskog, 32, has not donned the Tre Kroner sweater since he played in the 2019 World Championships. He’ll make his return to international play following a nearly three-year absence from professional hockey.
Necas for Peterka: Are the Avalanche Positioned for a Sneaky One-for-One Trade?

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Avalanche have a star winger appearing on several offseason trade boards. The Buffalo Sabres have a young up-and-coming winger also making many lists. There aren’t any reports connecting the two names — this is simply speculation on my behalf. What if the Avs offered up Martin Necas in a one-for-one deal for JJ Peterka? Would either front office object? Maybe. And there are reasons why. Necas, 26, is on the last year of a contract paying him $6.5 million per season.
Deen’s Daily: The Stanley Cup Will Be in the Building on Tuesday

1 week ago | coloradohockeynow.com | Aarif Deen

The Stanley Cup Final will be in the building on Tuesday. Can the Panthers end it in Game 6? Also, trade chatter continues to increase ahead of the official start of the offseason for all 32 teams. All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 15. Read More: Offseason Musings: Rumors Galore — An Avalanche of Opportunities to ExploreGame 5: The Florida Panthers weren’t phased after letting a game slip away. They bounced back in Game 5 and played their most complete game of the series.