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Josh Manson has 2 goals, 2 assists and a fight as Avalanche rout Senators 8-2

Defenseman Josh Manson had two goals, two assists and a fight as the Colorado Avalanche beat Ottawa 8-2 on Thursday night for their seventh straight victory over the Senators

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

Avalanche's Cale Makar Wires Home Wicked Wrist Shot To Chase Senators' Leevi Merilainen

JANUARY 9 • YOUTUBE

First Shift: 2027 Winter Classic | NHL.com First Shift discusses the 2027 Winter Classic in Utah between the Avalanche and the Mammoth

JANUARY 8 • NHL.COM

Joel Kiviranta - Is week-to-week Kiviranta (lower body) is considered week-to-week, Corey Masisak of The Denver Post reports Thursday.

Impact Kiviranta is still expected to be ready for the Olympics, which does emphasize that his time on the shelf will be measured in weeks, not months. The Finnish forward has a goal and four points in 21 outings in 2025-26. Zakhar Bardakov is likely to remain in the lineup while Kiviranta is unavailable.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Kiviranta - Won't play Thursday Kiviranta (lower body) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Senators, Jesse Montano of Guerilla Sports reports.

Impact Kiviranta didn't travel with the Avalanche during their recent road trip, and he'll remain sidelined as the team returns home Thursday. However, head coach Jared Bednar said Thursday that Kiviranta is expected back well before the Olympic break, so the 29-year-old seems unlikely to be facing a long-term absence.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Scott Wedgewood - Guarding cage Thursday Wedgewood will be between the home pipes versus Ottawa on Thursday, per Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette.

Impact Wedgewood will attempt to snap a two-game losing streak, the Avalanche's longest this season. Wedgewood is having a dream season. posting a 18-3-4 record with two shutouts, a 2.20 GAA and a .917 save percentage. Wedgewood already has a career high in victories, besting the 16 he managed during the 2023-24 campaign. The Senators are 11th in NHL scoring, generating 3.19 goals per game.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche vs. Senators Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Thursday, January 8, 2026 The Colorado Avalanche have been made -270 on the moneyline versus the Ottawa Senators (+218) on Thursday, with this game being played at Ba...

JANUARY 8 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Ivan Ivan - Summoned from AHL ivan was recalled from AHL Colorado on Thursday.

Impact Ivan was with the Avalanche for a three game stint in late November, picking up one assist. The 23-year-old has spent most of the season with AHL Colorado, scoring twice and adding six assists in 28 AHL games. The Avalanche are down to 11 healthy forwards and Ivan could enter the lineup on the fourth line with Parker Kelly and Zakhar Bardakov, if Joel Kiviranta (lower body) is not ready to play.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche vs. Senators Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 8

Preview the Jan. 8 matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and Ottawa Senators with betting odds over/under, game spread, moneyline, predicti...

JANUARY 8 • Data Skrive

Avalanche vs. Senators Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 8

Avalanche try to extend home win streak, take on the Senators

The Colorado Avalanche host the Ottawa Senators trying to continue a 15-game home winning streak

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

NHL's newest team to host Avalanche in 2027 Winter Classic | Sporting News The Utah Mammoth will host the 2027 NHL Winter Classic against the Colorado Avalanche at Rice-Eccles Stadium, the on-campus football venue a...

JANUARY 8 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ryan Smith and Logan Cooley on 2027 Winter Classic | NHL.com Ryan Smith and Logan Cooley joins NHL Now to discuss the Utah Mammoth's hosting the Colorado Avalanche for the 2027 NHL Winter Classic

JANUARY 8 • NHL.COM

NHL Now on the 2027 Winter Classic Announcement | NHL.com The NHL Now crew share their thoughts on the 2027 Winter Classic announcement with the Mammoth's hosting the Avalanche

JANUARY 8 • NHL.COM

Utah Mammoth to host the 2027 NHL Winter Classic against the Colorado Avalanche

The Utah Mammoth will host the 2027 Winter Classic at Rice-Eccles Stadium against the Colorado Avalanche

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Ilya Solovyov - Gets first point with Colorado Solovyov notched an assist and two hits in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Lightning.

Impact The helper was Solovyov's first point in 11 appearances for the Avalanche, who claimed him off waivers from the Flames before the start of the season. He's played in consecutive contests, filling in for Devon Toews (upper body), who is expected to be out at least a couple of weeks. The Avalanche haven't shown a lot of trust in Solovyov, but with injuries plaguing their forward group as well, they may not have the flexibility to bring up a defenseman to challenge Solovyov's spot in the lineup.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Zakhar Bardakov - Manages helper in loss Bardakov notched an assist, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the Lightning.

Impact Bardakov has played in four straight games since injuries are starting to pile up for the Avalanche again. The 24-year-old remains in a fourth-line role, which will continue to limit his scoring potential. He's up to six points, 19 shots on net, 27 hits, 11 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating through 29 appearances this season.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Trophy Tracker: Makar of Avalanche unanimous choice as Norris winner | NHL.com Werenski, Heiskanen also among favorites for best defenseman by NHL.com panel

JANUARY 7 • NHL.COM

Scott Wedgewood - Loses in tight contest Wedgewood made 24 saves in a 4-2 loss to the Lightning on Tuesday.

Impact He allowed three goals in a tight game. Wedgewood has lost two straight games for the first time this season. Overall, he's put up a career-best 18-3-4 record with two shutouts, 2.20 GAA and .917 save percentage so far this season. Wedgewood will carry a heavy load with Mackenzie Blackwood (lower body) on the shelf again. The Avs play at home Thursday against Ottawa and Saturday against Columbus.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche vs. Lightning | NHL Highlights | January 06, 2026

JANUARY 7 • YOUTUBE

Parker Kelly - Nets goal in loss Kelly scored a goal in a 4-2 loss to Tampa Bay on Tuesday.

Impact It was Kelly's first goal in eight games. He has eight goals, six assists and 56 shots in 42 games, and he's just five points from equaling his career mark in points set last season. Kelly's eight goals equal his career high. He's a perfect depth piece on Colorado's fourth line, but he offers little to no fantasy value given the league depth at center.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Brock Nelson - Six-game, nine-point streak Nelson scored a goal in a 4-2 loss to Tampa Bay on Tuesday.

Impact Nelson is riding a six-game, nine-point scoring streak that includes five goals. He has 19 goals overall, which puts him in a tie with Martin Necas for second on the team. Nelson is on pace for 37 goals this season. That would equal his career mark set on Long Island in 2021-22.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Lightning rally past Avalanche, win 8th in row | NHL.com Hagel breaks tie in 3rd period, Kucherov runs point streak to 8 for Tampa Bay

JANUARY 7 • NHL.COM

Taylor Makar - Sent back down Makar was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

Impact Makar made two appearances during this NHL stint, but he is still in search of his first point. The 24-year-old will return to the Eagles and wait for his next NHL opportunity. Makar's demotion suggests Joel Kiviranta (lower body) might be ready to play Thursday versus the Senators.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Brandon Hagel scores winner as Lightning beat Avalanche 4-2

Brandon Hagel snapped a third-period tie with his 20th goal of the season to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning to their eighth consecutive win with a 4-2 victory over the Colorado Avala...

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Scott Wedgewood - Starting in Tampa Bay Wedgewood will defend the road net against the Lightning on Tuesday.

Impact Wedgewood is coming off a 23-save effort in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Florida. He will play for the third time in four days due to the absence of Mackenzie Blackwood (lower body). The 33-year-old Wedgewood has posted a record of 18-2-4 this season with two shutouts, a 2.17 GAA and a .918 save percentage through 26 appearances. Tampa Bay ranks second in the league with 3.44 goals per game this campaign.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Josh Manson has 2 goals, 2 assists and a fight as Avalanche rout Senators 8-2

Avalanche vs. Senators Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 8

Avalanche try to extend home win streak, take on the Senators

Utah Mammoth to host the 2027 NHL Winter Classic against the Colorado Avalanche

Brandon Hagel scores winner as Lightning beat Avalanche 4-2