Colorado Avalanche could face Dallas Stars in 2027 outdoor showdown at AT&T Stadium. Will this playoff rivalry heat up under the Texas sky?

On today's episode we break down the Stars' outdoor game announcement and debate whether the Avalanche make the perfect opponent.

We also analyze NHL power rankings from The Athletic, ESPN, NHL.com, and The Hockey Guy, questioning why Utah sits so high while defending Cale Makar as the league's undisputed best defenseman.

We preview the crucial Tampa Bay Lightning matchup, emphasizing the Avalanche's need to capitalize on power play opportunities against one of the league's most penalized teams. The discussion covers Mackenzie Blackwood's potential for a shutout, Nathan MacKinnon's impact, and a detailed breakdown of November's challenging schedule featuring three back-to-backs.

Discover why the power play holds the key to Colorado's success against Tampa Bay and whether the Avalanche can maintain their elite status through a grueling month.

0:00 Intro

0:30 Dallas Stars outdoor game 2027 announcement

4:58 Stadium size concerns for outdoor games

7:08 NHL power rankings breakdown

13:08 Super 16 rankings discussion

16:02 Pittsburgh Penguins ranked surprisingly high

19:35 Where should Avalanche be ranked

21:11 Tampa Bay Lightning preview begins

29:27 Listener predictions for Lightning game

31:14 November schedule breakdown and analysis

35:38 Home heavy schedule with back-to-backs

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Colorado Avalanche dominate at 5v5 but can't solve overtime. Are five OT losses a real concern or just noise before the playoffs?

On today's episode we break down the Avalanche's back-to-back weekend against the Vegas Golden Knights and San Jose Sharks, celebrating Marty Necas's scorching start after his contract extension while analyzing the team's troubling overtime record.

We examine why Colorado leads the NHL in five-on-five performance yet struggles in three-on-three situations, debate goaltending decisions between Scott Wedgwood and Mackenzie Blackwood, and discuss whether Nathan MacKinnon and Necas should stay together in OT.

We also expose the Fanatics disaster surrounding highly anticipated Nordiques throwback jerseys, where countless fan orders were mysteriously canceled and won't be restocked until early 2026.

Discover why the Avalanche's statistical dominance suggests playoff success despite regular season overtime frustrations.

0:00 Intro

2:03 Vegas Win and Necas's Hot Start

6:31 Goalie Rotation Strategy Breakdown

8:23 Passing Problems and Penalty Concerns

11:27 Parker Kelly's Missed Short-Handed Opportunity

13:57 Overtime Losses Continue to Frustrate

17:09 Five-on-Five Dominance vs Three-on-Three Struggles

26:39 Fanatics Jersey Debacle Explained

32:02 Vendor System Error and Canceled Orders

36:13 Poor Rollout Hurts Fans and Brand

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Colorado Avalanche lock up Martin Nečas with an 8-year, $11.5 million AAV extension. Is this the contract that solidifies their championship window?

On today's episode we break down the Nečas signing, analyzing whether the Colorado Avalanche overpaid or secured a bargain as the salary cap rises. The discussion covers Nečas's chemistry with Nathan MacKinnon, playoff performance concerns, and how this deal positions the team for Cale Makar's upcoming extension on July 1st of next year.

We debate the complex three-team trade involving Mikko Rantanen and the Dallas Stars, examining who ultimately won the deal and if that can even be answered right now.

Community reactions reveal overwhelming relief among Avalanche fans, while we call out media narratives that predicted Nečas's unhappiness in Colorado. Key comparisons to contracts for Connor McDavid, Kirill Kaprizov, and other star players provide context for the market value.

Discover why this signing could define the Avalanche's path to another Stanley Cup and what it means for their roster construction moving forward.

0:00 Intro

1:15 Zach's Health Update and Return

5:55 Why $11.5 Million Makes Sense

9:33 Playoff Performance Expectations

12:11 Contract Comparisons and Market Value

15:25 Avs Perfectly Positioned for Cale Makar's Extension

19:44 Predicting Makar's Contract Numbers

23:22 Who Won the Trade Discussion

26:08 Subtext Reactions to the Signing

29:41 Vegas Game Preview

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The Colorado Avalanche went off for eight goals against the New Jersey Devils, who made it interesting in the 2nd period. The Avs held a 5-0 lead and in the blink of an eye the Devils cut that lead to 5-4.

With a power play that finally woke up, the Avalanche held firm and finished with an 8-4 win while getting five points from Victor Olofsson, who also netted his first career hat trick.

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1:02 Avs With Big Win Over Devils

3:34 Power Play Finally Breaks Through

6:07 Devils' Four Goal Comeback Attempt

9:11 Thirteen Different Avalanche Players Score Points

12:48 Victor Oloffson's Monster Five Point Night

16:24 Devils' Aggressive Play and Avalanche Response

20:28 Subtext Reactions to Wild Game

26:07 Momentum Shifts and Power Play Success

31:13 Sound Check: Crazy Game of Poker

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Colorado Avalanche's overtime woes continue. Can they break the cycle and secure crucial points?

On today's episode we dissect the Avs' recent struggles, focusing on their power play inefficiency and overtime losses. We analyze the team's performance against the New Jersey Devils, debate potential line changes, and explore strategies to improve 3-on-3 play. Key discussions include Gabe Landeskog's move to the third line, Victor Olofsson's promotion, and whether splitting up Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas in overtime could be the answer.

Tune in for expert insights on how the Colorado Avalanche can turn their fortunes around and maximize their potential in crucial game situations.

0:00 Intro: Avalanche's frustrating weekend out east

5:54 Line changes and Landeskog's performance

11:35 Analyzing team stats and player performances

17:06 Breaking down the game against New Jersey

28:32 Debating overtime strategy and player combinations

34:25 Outro: Upcoming crossover episode preview

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Colorado Avalanche battle back against Hurricanes in thrilling shootout loss. Is their resilience a sign of playoff readiness?

On today's episode we break down the Avs' impressive comeback from a 4-1 deficit, highlighting Valeri Nichushkin's standout performance and the team's evolving strategy. The discussion covers power play struggles, Josh Manson's contributions, and how the throwback Nordiques uniforms added nostalgia to the game. Key topics include Colorado's defensive improvements, upcoming challenges, and potential lineup changes to watch.

Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the Avalanche's path to success. Will Nichushkin's stellar play earn him a spot on the top power play unit?

0:00 Intro: Throwback uniforms and exciting game recap

5:38 Power play struggles for both teams

11:56 Trent Miner's solid performance in relief

18:44 Analyzing power play issues and potential fixes

24:25 Gavin Brindley's energetic third period play

30:40 Controversial penalty call on Jack Drury

35:34 Final thoughts and upcoming games preview

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On today's episode we are diving deep into the Colorado Avalanche's overtime heartbreaker against the Utah Mammoth. We break down that controversial offsides call that nullified Gabe Landeskog's goal and question the league's explanation.

We also analyzing performances from Martin Necas and Jack Drury, but the concerns about the power play are continuing to grow.

Looking ahead, we preview the Avalanche's upcoming clash with the Carolina Hurricanes, where they'll be sporting those classic Nordiques vs. Whalers uniforms.

0:00 Intro: Controversial offsides call hurts Avalanche

5:40 Analyzing Avalanche's overtime loss to Mammoth

10:25 Debating the overturned goal and offsides call

16:28 Criticizing NHL's explanation of the call

24:57 Frustration with Avalanche's struggling power play

30:17 Previewing upcoming Avalanche vs Hurricanes game

34:09 Final score predictions for Avalanche-Hurricanes matchup

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Today we are thrilled to finally dive into the Colorado Avalanche's big reveal of their Quebec Nordiques throwback uniforms. These iconic jerseys have taken the NHL by storm, and we break down every detail. We'll look at how authentic the design is, chat about Joe Sakic's surprise appearance as a model, and explore why fans are going crazy for these threads.

We break down the schedule on when you'll see the Avs rocking this blast from the past, including a can't-miss game against the Carolina Hurricanes in their Whalers gear. We'll also dissect the reveal process – what worked and what didn't – and I'll share why these jerseys flew off the shelves faster than a Sakic slapshot.

0:00 Intro: Avalanche reveal Quebec Nordiques uniforms

2:30 Uniform design and video reveal discussion

7:37 Schedule for wearing Nordiques jerseys

15:04 Jersey sales and fan excitement

21:00 What was learned

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