Nathan MacKinnon hit 1,000 career points on Monday night, but it didn't always come this easy for MacKinnon in the NHL.

His abrasive style of play that features both hustle and muscle would be coveted by a ... In fact, Avalanche coach Jared Bednar was quick to praise Nichushkin and his contributions after a 5-1 ...

The 10 days off allowed muscle aches or strains to heal but it also helped players ... back with some energy and is excited to get back into the season. Head coach Jared Bednar understands the ...

Jared Bednar has trust in Brock Nelson after the Avalanche picked him up in a trade with the Islanders late Thursday night.

Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche lost 3-1 to the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center on Sunday. Cale Makar reached 400 career points with an assist on Devon Toews’ goal, becoming the ...

Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar spoke with Aarif Deen of Colorado Hockey Now about Nelson’s game after the deal. “Huge add. Huge add. … He’s always been a trusted 200 ft player.

Mackenzie Blackwood made 22 saves for Colorado, but the team couldn’t find a way to respond. Avalanche Head coach Jared Bednar believes fatigue played a role in the loss. After the game, he said key ...

And with that, he’ll get a new role — one that head coach Jared Bednar feels will better suit him. “If Lindgren comes in and he’s playing a minute, or two, or three minutes less that what ...