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DNVR Colorado Avalanche Podcast
The DNVR Avalanche Podcast is your daily source for all things Colorado Avalanche. Hosted by credentialed insiders and analysts AJ Haefele, Nathan Rudolph, reporter Bailey Curtis, this show delivers expert analysis, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes insight on the Avs, the NHL, and stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. From breaking news and trade rumors to postgame shows and playoff coverage, DNVR Avalanche is the #1 live Avs podcast—broadcast daily from the DNVR Bar in…
Episodes
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Beyond MacKinnon, Rantanen, and Makar who is the best player on the Colorado Avalanche?
While there is no doubt about the top end of the Colorado Avalanche being elite who is in contention for the best of their secondary group? Players like…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Mikko Rantanen hits 50 goals and goes super saiyan as the Colorado Avalanche demolish San Jose
A banner night for Mikko Rantanen and the Colorado Avalanche, as not just 50 goals but a hat trick comes through as the Avalanche dominate the Sharks. Combined…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche clinch postseason berth in wild overtime win over San Jose Sharks
Nathan MacKinnon hits his first ever 100 point season as he lifts the Avs over the Sharks to clinch a playoff birth. Goals from Jack Johnson and Evan Rodrigues…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche At the Rink Podcast: Avalanche get the jolt they need from Valeri Nichushkin as they head into the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Valeri Nichushkin has helped the Avalanche get back on track. Can the chu chu train help the Avalanche spark a deep playoff run? Also, Cale Makar has been…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche put away Dallas Stars to inch closer to postseason berth
When it comes down to it the Colorado Avalanche get the jobs done. with Nathan MacKinnon leading the way the Avs get the job done along with a critical goal…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which bubble teams will make the wild card spots in the NHL playoffs?
With the majority of the NHL down to eight games or less which teams vying for wild card spots will make it? In the East, you have New York, Pittsburgh, and…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which Western Conference teams do the Avalanche matchup best against in the NHL Playoffs?
While the Avs may or may not take first in the Central they have all but mathematically secured a spot in the playoffs. Would you prefer Dallas or Minnesota?…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche stars no show in crucial loss to the Minnesota Wild
Despite a late push the Avs made too many critical mistakes to have a chance against the Wild. With goals from Byram and Eller, it was the stars that left you…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche easily dispatch Anaheim Ducks in blowout win
A dominant performance on the SEGABABA for the Avs as they handily dispatched the Ducks. Goals from three defensemen in Byram, Jack Johnson, and Girard were…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche survive third-period meltdown with shootout win over Arizona Coyotes
Despite a fantastic first 40 minutes of the game the Avs had to survive the third period of this to come out with a shootout win over the Coyotes. Goals from…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche beat Arizona Coyotes to keep pressure on Central Division foes
The Avs are back in the win column with goals from MacKinnon, Makar, and Compher lifting them over the Coyotes. A quality game all the way around left the DNVR…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche winning streak stops in home loss to Pittsburgh Penguins
It's not often the opposing team's stars outplay the stars of the Avalanche, but that was the case tonight. Sidney Crosby was too much to handle and some…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Where does Erik Johnson help the Colorado Avalanche the most?
The Avs roster remains in flux with Erik Johnson and Darren Helm back to practicing with team, but Evan Rodrigues out with injury. Can the Avs continue to…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche bop hapless Chicago Blackhawks for sixth straight win
Despite not having their A game the Colorado Avalanche are able to take an easy victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. A three point night from Denis Malgin and…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nathan MacKinnon and the stars of the Colorado Avalanche dominate the Detroit Red Wings
Despite a slow start, the Avs' play trended upward all game and thanks to goals from Toews, MacKinnon, Byram, Eller, and Rantanen this one ended in blowout…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche sweep back-to-back in high-scoring affair against Ottawa Senators
The Avs improve to 3 - 0 on the road trip as they overcome the Sens in a game that was questionably reffed at best. High-end hockey from MacKinnon, Rantanen…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche sneak by Toronto Maple Leafs in shootout
The Colorado Avalanche put on a defensive clinic in what ended up being a slim 2 - 1 win in the shootout over the Toronto Maple Leafs. A bit of good luck on a…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Is the Colorado Avalanche playoff push living up to expectations?
With the Avs in the middle of the Central Division playoff race are they meeting expectations? Is Nathan MacKinnon's greatness sustainable? The DNVR Avalanche…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche beat down Montreal Canadiens to start road trip
The goals were flowing tonight as the Avs dispose of the Canadiens with ease. With goals from all of the star forwards you also got production out of Bowen…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche salvage homestand with overtime win over Arizona Coyotes
From the underlying numbers, this was a quality game for the Colorado Avalanche but the scoreboard was a bit tougher to crack. Thanks to Cale Makar, Denis…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Are the Colorado Avalanche better than their regular season record?
As Colorado sits in 3rd place in the Central, how much better could they have positioned themselves at this point in the season? Even with crucial injuries to…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche fail to get out of their own way in loss to Los Angeles Kings
The Avs once again put themselves in a hole early and are unable to overcome their own issues. Despite goals from Nathan MacKinnon and Evan Rodrigues it's hard…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: What should the Colorado Avalanche be targeting with their first-round pick of the NHL Draft?
Now that the Avs have officially kept their first-round pick in the 2023 draft, considerations need to be made on who they should target. This NHL Draft has…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche waffle stomp San Jose Sharks to get back on winning track
All of Colorado's key stars balled out in this win over the San Jose Sharks. Goals from Nathan MacKinnon, Mikko Rantanen, Artturi Lehkonen, and Dennis Malgin…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche blow another lead in overtime loss to Seattle Kraken
Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory is never satisfying. Colorado played a quality game but blew it in the last few minutes and ultimately come up short…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche completely no-show in blowout loss to Dallas Stars
The Colorado Avalanche came out and laid an egg in this matinee matchup against the Dallas Stars. With few bright spots in the game, you at least saw Sam…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Did the Colorado Avalanche do enough at the trade deadline?
The NHL Deadline has officially passed and the Colorado Avalanche ultimately added nothing in the final hours. Did the Avs miss out on someone like John…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Will Timo Meier be the biggest piece moved this NHL trade deadline?
With many of the trades for this year already complete the DNVR crew discuss some of the best and worse including Ryan O'Reilly, Patrick Kane, Mikael Granlund…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche winning streak stops in high-scoring loss to New Jersey Devils
When defense and goaltending are optional it can lead to some fun hockey but rarely good results. Despite quality offensive efforts from Nathan MacKinnon…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: How the NHL trade deadline has shaped up so far
The East has seen numerous big pieces including Timo Meyers and Ryan O'Reilly head out there. Meanwhile, the West has only seen a few moves like Nino…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche shut out Vegas Golden Knights to stay hot
The Colorado Avalanche cruised past the Vegas Golden Knights in a decisive win. With tonight's win, Colorado is only three points behind Vegas for first place…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche efficiently dispatch Calgary Flames and move into second in the Central
The Colorado Avalanche keep the party bus undefeated as Nathan MacKinnon comes out buzzing for Colorado. Goals from Alex Newhook, Mikko Rantanen, and Denis…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche dismantle Winnipeg Jets as they climb Central Division ladder
Led by Nathan MacKinnon the Colorado Avalanche make short work of a divisional opponent in the Winnipeg Jets. A dominant first period fed into an easy win for…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: The craziest Avalanche Trades of Roast My Roster
If you were the GM of the Colorado Avalanche, what trades would you make before the trade deadline? Join Rudo, Jesse, and AJ for as they roast rosters with…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Why aren't the Colorado Avalanche involved in Timo Meier trade talks?
The DNVR Avalanche crew answers listener questions ranging from woolly mammoths to Gabe Landeskog, Timo Meier, Ville Heinola and more. Which trades are the…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: How aggressive should the Colorado Avalanche be at the Trade deadline
With the trade deadline now less than two weeks away we have already seen some of the bigger names come off the trade board. Can Colorado find a 2C they like…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche At the Rink Podcast: Avs trade deadline needs shift as roster continues to get healthy
With the trade market for centers quickly evaporating, teams may be already having to turn to their plan B or C. That includes the Colorado Avalanche. This…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Mikko Rantanen and the Colorado Avalanche pull off comeback over the Edmonton Oilers
Despite leading for exactly zero seconds of this game the Avs still managed to pull off the comeback win. With key plays from Nathan MacKinnon, JT Compher…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Bowen Byram leads Colorado Avalanche to controlled victory over St. Louis Blues
The Colorado Avalanche pull out a textbook victory over the St Louis Blues. While they were dominant from puck drop Jorden Binnington made several impressive…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which Eagles should the Colorado Avalanche use as Black Aces for the stretch run?
With names like Justus Annunen and Jean‐Luc Foudy in their farm system the Avs have some interesting options for young depth this year. Who will they use as a…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Alexandar Georgiev stands on his head as Colorado Avalanche secure win over Minnesota Wild
Despite goals from Nathan MacKinnon, Denis Malgin, and Andrew Cogliano it's safe to say the Avs won ugly in this one. Minnesota dominated the underlying play…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: The Colorado Avalanche can't hold it together in shootout loss to Tampa Bay Lightning
Despite a strong start from the likes of Artturi Lehkonen and Nathan MacKinnon the Avs were ultimately outmatched by Steven Stamkos and the Tampa Bay…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Nathan MacKinnon leads Avs to wild win over Florida Panthers
The Colorado Avalanche pull out a much-needed win against the Florida Panthers for their last game on a semi-disappointing road trip. Alexandar Georgiev played…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Revisiting the Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup Run
With the ESPN documentary on the Avs playoff run officially out the DNVR Avalanche Podcast looks back on the playoffs that were for Colorado. Including…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche struggle in troubling blowout to the Tampa Bay Lightning
The Colorado Avalanche get dismantled in a 5 - 0 blowout to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Andrei Vasilevskiy came into tonight with something to prove and the…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Is Cale Makar the Face of the NHL?
While the NHL has a number of elite players, how many of them can be considered the face of the league? Cale Makar, Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid, somebody…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche blow another lead in overtime loss to Pittsburgh Penguins
The Colorado Avalanche couldn't finish their assault on the Pittsburgh Penguins. While Nathan MacKinnon was shooting rockets all night only one found the back…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche At the Rink Podcast: Bowen Byram set to return for Colorado Avalanche
Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley discuss the impact Byram could have on the Avalanche lineup after a three month absence, they take a look at who the Avs may be…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Should the Colorado Avalanche fear the Eastern Conference?
While no one in the west has separated this season the East has seen teams like the Boston Bruins and Carolina Hurricanes dominate for much of the season. The…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Rasmus Dahlin and the biggest NHL All-Star Game snubs
With the NHL All-Star Game happening this weekend the DNVR Avalanche Podcast discusses the biggest snubs of the event including players like Rasmus Dahlin and…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: What will it take for the Colorado Avalanche to win the Central Division?
With 34 games remaining in the season, the Colorado Avalanche are looking to chase down the Dallas Stars and Winnipeg Jets to reach the top of the central…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which of the Colorado Avalanche's rivals has the brightest future?
With many of the teams in the Pacific floundering, we ask the question, who would you rather take over as GM for, the Edmonton Oilers, the Calgary Flames, or…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche At the Rink Podcast: Avs Kick off trade season early with two new acquisitions
Host Meghan Angley and Jesse Montano are back this week to kick off the All Star break by talking about Nathan MacKinnon and his status around the league…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Which song best represents Avalanche All-Stars like Cale Makar
The Colorado Avalanche and the are on All-Star break so we are also taking a bit of a break. Not from your feed but from the serious hockey talk. On today's…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche hang on to scrape by St. Louis Blues on final game before ASG break
The Colorado Avalanche bounce back after losing against the Anaheim Ducks. Colorado came out and got an early three-goal lead. Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Is it time for the Colorado Avalanche to worry about Gabe Landeskog?
With Gabe Landeskog's timeline to return pushed back to March, it will now directly impact Colorado's trade deadline. Is it time for concern on Landeskog and…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche blow lead as their winning streak ends against Anaheim Ducks
Despite two goals from Mikko Rantanen and a fantastic game from Sam Girard the Avs manage to blow a two-goal lead to another bottom-feeder team. The Avs need…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Acquires Matt Nieto and Ryan Merkley from the San Jose Sharks
The Colorado Avalanche have acquired Matt Nieto and Ryan Merkley from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Martin Kaut and Jacob MacDonald. Join Rudo and AJ as…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: How would ex-Colorado Avalanche players like John-Michael Liles fit in Colorado today?
This new generation of the Colorado Avalanche plays a very fast game, and wouldn't it be nice if we could take some former players and stick them on the…
DNVR Colorado Avalanche PodcastDNVR Avalanche Podcast: Colorado Avalanche winning streak hits six games after win over Washington Capitals
Jared Bednar becomes the winningest coach in franchise history as the Colorado Avalanche defeat the Washington Capitals. Alex Ovechkin got his but goals from…