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Joe Sakic already making big deals, bringing back veterans in his return to role as Avalanche GM

Joe Sakic wasn’t content to simply run it back

JUNE 26 • Associated Press

2025-26 Hart Trophy Finalists | NHL.com The crew on First Shift preview the 2025-26 Hart Trophy Finalists: Nikita Kucherov, Nathan MacKinnon and Connor McDavid

JUNE 11 • NHL.COM

Joe Sakic backs Avs coach Jared Bednar, plans to run it back again with core led by Nathan MacKinnon

Joe Sakic trusts his core group of players and head coach Jared Bednar

JUNE 11 • Associated Press

Avalanche search for offseason answers after Vegas ends Presidents' Trophy-winning season with sweep

The Colorado Avalanche's speed was neutralized by Vegas, leading to a sweep in the Western Conference Final

MAY 27 • Associated Press

Connor McDavid for Nathan MacKinnon trade idea — do Oilers or Avalanche say no? | Sporting News The talented Canadian centers both came up short this season.

MAY 27 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Golden Knights sweep Avalanche to advance to third Stanley Cup Final in nine seasons

Mark Stone and Cole Smith scored for Vegas and the Golden Knights suffocated Colorado’s high-powered offense to beat the Avalanche 2-1 on Tuesday night and for an unthinkable sweep...

MAY 26 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Avs' Nathan MacKinnon (leg) to play in Game 4 Deadspin | Avs' Nathan MacKinnon (leg) to play in Game 4

MAY 26 • DEADSPIN.COM

Mackenzie Blackwood plays well, just not well enough, as Avalanche swept from playoffs

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar’s decision to replace goaltender Scott Wedgewood with Mackenzie Blackwood for Game 4 of the Western Conference Final wasn’t a bad idea, if onl...

MAY 26 • Associated Press

Good to go for Game 4 MacKinnon (lower body) will play against Vegas on Tuesday in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports.

Impact MacKinnon had one assist, five shots on net, two hits and one blocked shot in Sunday's 5-3 loss to Vegas in Game 3. He sustained the injury in the second period of Sunday's defeat, but managed to stay in the game. Even though he probably isn't fully healthy, he could still make an impact. Colorado needs to win in Game 4 to stay alive in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche's Nathan Mackinnon gets concerning injury update from Jared Bednar | Sporting News Jared Bednar remains concerningly uncertain about Nathan Mackinnon and his injury as the Avalanche gear up for Game 4 against the Golden Kni...

MAY 26 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Is Nathan MacKinnon playing tonight for Avalanche vs Golden Knights in Game 4 of 2026 NHL Western Conference Final? Nathan MacKinnon’s injury has become the biggest question ahead of Avalanche vs Golden Knights Game 4, with Colorado fighting to stay alive...

MAY 26 • BOLAVIP.COM

Avalanche's Jared Bednar hints Nathan MacKinnon can play vs Golden Knights in Game 4 Following Nathan MacKinnon's injury scare in Game 3 of the Western Conference Final, Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar voiced a pow...

MAY 26 • BOLAVIP.COM

Will Nathan MacKinnon Score a Goal vs. the Vegas Golden Knights on May 26? When the Colorado Avalanche meet the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday (at 9:00 PM ET), in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Semifinals, is Nathan Mac...

MAY 26 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Bednar: Avalanche will take a limited Nathan MacKinnon as Colorado trails 3-0

The Colorado Avalanche face a tough challenge in the Western Conference Final

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Avalanche depth has failed to step up amid Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar injuries | Sporting News The Colorado Avalanche seemed destined to once again fall short of a Stanley Cup win with the prime years of Cale Makar and Nathan MacKinnon...

MAY 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Still being evaluated MacKinnon (lower body) is undergoing evaluations and treatments, according to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette on Monday.

Impact MacKinnon sustained the injury in the second period of Sunday's 5-3 loss to Vegas in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. Despite clearly not being fully healthy, he managed to finish the game. It's unclear if he will play in Tuesday's must-win matchup, but an update on his status could come during Colorado's pregame media availability. The Avalanche face a challenging situation with a 3-0 series deficit, and MacKinnon's injury may further impede their chances of a comeback.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon sees what's coming vs. Golden Knights | Sporting News This is on its way toward being very painful.

MAY 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Vegas takes 3-0 lead into game 4 against Colorado

The Vegas Golden Knights host the Colorado Avalanche in the third round of the NHL Playoffs with a 3-0 lead in the series

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Avs star Nathan MacKinnon limited after taking shot to knee in Game 3 Deadspin | Avs star Nathan MacKinnon limited after taking shot to knee in Game 3

MAY 25 • DEADSPIN.COM

Plays through injury in final frame MacKinnon (lower body) played sparingly in the third period of Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals after blocking a shot in the middl...

Impact MacKinnon was injured after blocking a one-timer from Shea Theodore in the middle frame. The 30-year-old MacKinnon did not come out for the start of the third period, but he eventually came back into the game, albeit with a noticeable limp, per Jesse Montano of Guerilla Sports. The right-shot center played only four shifts during the third period, according to the NHL media site. While it would be surprising to see MacKinnon sit out Game 4 on Tuesday with the Avalanche on the brink of elimination, he should be considered day-to-day for now.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan MacKinnon injury update: Latest news on Avalanche star after taking puck to knee vs. Golden Knights | Sporting News MacKinnon returned to action in the third period, although he looked a little gimpy as he did.

MAY 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hertl's late winner caps Golden Knights' wild 5-3 rally, giving them a 3-0 series lead on Avalanche

Tomas Hertl weaved his way toward the slot and broke a tie at 8:21 of the third period as the Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit Sunday night to beat Colorado 5-3 and mov...

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Nathan MacKinnon leaves Game 3 due to injury. Disaster for the Colorado Avalanche in Game 3.

MAY 25 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Avalanche get defenseman Cale Makar back, survive scare with Nathan MacKinnon, and still lose Game 3

In a roller coaster of a Sunday for the Colorado Avalanche, the Presidents’ Trophy winner welcomed its defensive star back in time for Game 3 of the Western Conference Final agains...

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Avalanche face an uphill climb in Vegas as they try to flip a 2-0 series script in conference finals

The Colorado Avalanche face a daunting challenge as they prepare for Game 3 against Vegas in the Western Conference Final on Sunday night

MAY 23 • Associated Press

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Joe Sakic already making big deals, bringing back veterans in his return to role as Avalanche GM

Joe Sakic backs Avs coach Jared Bednar, plans to run it back again with core led by Nathan MacKinnon

Avalanche search for offseason answers after Vegas ends Presidents' Trophy-winning season with sweep

Golden Knights sweep Avalanche to advance to third Stanley Cup Final in nine seasons

Mackenzie Blackwood plays well, just not well enough, as Avalanche swept from playoffs

Bednar: Avalanche will take a limited Nathan MacKinnon as Colorado trails 3-0

Vegas takes 3-0 lead into game 4 against Colorado

Hertl's late winner caps Golden Knights' wild 5-3 rally, giving them a 3-0 series lead on Avalanche

Avalanche get defenseman Cale Makar back, survive scare with Nathan MacKinnon, and still lose Game 3

Avalanche face an uphill climb in Vegas as they try to flip a 2-0 series script in conference finals