Avalanche suffer heartbreaking loss to Jets in playoff opener
The Colorado Avalanche hit a rough patch ahead of the Stanley Cup playoffs. They suffered a 7–0 loss to the Winnipeg Jets in their last regular season matchup, so the… Read more »
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Avalanche find redemption against Edmonton Oilers
In the final stretch of the regular season, the Colorado Avalanche did not put their best foot forward and desperately needed redemption. In their last 10 games, the team sported… Read more »
Avalanche fumble three-goal lead over Vegas Golden Knights
After last night’s 7–0 loss against the Winnipeg Jets, the rest of the season was not looking optimistic for the Colorado Avalanche. A fumble after a three-goal lead the day… Read more »
Eagles overcome two-goal deficit against Silver Knights
The Colorado Eagles have been inconsistent with their performance since clinching a bid to the Calder Cup playoffs on March 30 against the Abbotsford Canucks (VAN). While facing the Henderson… Read more »
Avalanche push toward final stretch after Edmonton loss
The final stretch for the Colorado Avalanche is crucial. The team is battling for a top spot in the Central Division but has hit several road bumps. Valeri Nichushkin and… Read more »
Colorado Eagles clinch bid to Calder Cup playoffs
LOVELAND, Colo. — The last two days in Colorado sports have been eventful and full of high-risk games. Last night, the Colorado Avalanche fell to the New York Rangers 3–2… Read more »
MacKinnon point streak thwarted in shootout loss
With the final push to playoffs in full swing, the Colorado Avalanche had a good chance to clinch a bid with a win over the New York Rangers. Of course,… Read more »
Eagles notch victory over the Admirals
LOVELAND, Colo — When facing off against the Milwaukee Admirals, the Colorado Eagles had little to work with. Their last series matchup was anything but desirable, falling 1–0 in overtime… Read more »
Avalanche comeback win claims first place in Central Division
The second half of the Colorado Avalanche’s back-to-back Canadian run left much to be desired. Until a comeback 4–3 win in the third period, Colorado appeared to be slated to… Read more »
Eagles shortcomings highlighted in 6–1 loss
The Colorado Eagles had much to gain in the matchup with the Bakersfield Condors (EDM). But the team faced several shortcomings, and they were all brutally highlighted in their 6–1… Read more »
Makar nets hat trick in decisive victory
For the Colorado Avalanche, it was hard to add any more chaos for the day. Trading Bowen Byram to the Buffalo Sabres and Ryan Johansen to the Philadelphia Flyers was… Read more »
Eagles victory gains ground in Pacific Division
The Colorado Eagles start off a six-game road trip in Abbotsford, facing the Canucks. During their last two-game series on Feb. 9 and Feb. 10, the Eagles picked up all… Read more »
Prosvetov undefeated after shutout against the Silver Knights
LOVELAND, Colo. – Cedric Paré and Ivan Prosvetov have put themselves on the map with stellar performances as of late. Paré has barely gone more than a few games without… Read more »
Johansen helps Avalanche get back on track
Since coming off a rough road trip, the Colorado Avalanche have been trying to recover and get back on track. Despite finding a 4–3 victory over the Arizona Coyotes on… Read more »
Colorado Eagles fall short during home stand
LOVELAND, Colo. — Colorado Eagles have stepped up their game in the last few weeks. The team had been hovering around the sixth place slot and needed to push for more…. Read more »
Eagles sweep Abbotsford, carry positive trend forward
The Colorado Eagles found their stride at just the right time. Despite snapping a winning streak while on the road in San Diego, the team jumped back to their feet… Read more »
Eagles rise in rankings, add to goalie tandem
The Colorado Eagles picked up eight of 10 points on their road trip, rise to fifth place in the Pacific Division. Before the contest, the team was a mere two… Read more »
Eagles triumph in shootout, extend win streak to four games
On Friday night, the Colorado Eagles returned to full strength and walked away with a 3–2 overtime goal, courtesy of Oskar Olausson. The victory extended the Eagles’ win streak to… Read more »
Olausson’s overtime winner boosts Eagles
Friday’s contest against the Henderson Silver Knights welcomed back many of the missing pieces this season. Whether it be injury, personal leave, or recalls to the Colorado Avalanche, the Colorado… Read more »
Condors triumph as Eagles struggle to find the net in third period
LOVELAND, Colo. — Last night’s appearance against the Condors set the stage for the team to celebrate more successes in the last game of the series. While still difficult to… Read more »
Tufte and Hunt end their scoring drought against Condors
LOVELAND, Colo. — For the Colorado Eagles, it has been tough to find the back of the net. Since Dec. 28 against the Iowa Wild, Riley Tufte has been shut… Read more »
Avalanche seal victory in nail-biting match against Bruins
The last time the Colorado Avalanche played the Boston Bruins on home ice, the team comprised a sizable chunk of the Colorado Eagles roster. Though still missing several key players,… Read more »
Annunen holds team afloat in overtime loss
For the Colorado Eagles, the last few weeks have been showing promise. Beginning the year with a handful of injuries and only adding to the list as the season went… Read more »
Drouin has a two-goal heroic night
When the Colorado Avalanche last faced the Dallas Stars, they walked away with a 6–3 victory. Better yet, they scored all their goals unanswered. Meeting for the second time during… Read more »
Colorado Eagles find victory on the road after holiday break
The Eagles have performed well on the road. Struggling to find a victory on home ice against the Calgary Wranglers on Dec. 22 and Dec. 23, the game against the… Read more »