Best Martin Necas Podcasts (2025)

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Will the Colorado Avalanche run away with the season or has the NHL created too much parity? 1:01:38

8h ago1:01:38

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The Avalanche are continuing to have a historic season but the rest of the league has seen unparalleled parity across the standings. Can the Avalanche stay out in front or will all teams meet in the middle? Intro - 0:00 Avs News - 3:00 Depth in the bottom 6 - 14:15 An Olympic debacle - 33:00 Who’s all going? - 40:56 False sense of Parity - 48:00 Su…

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We're running out of ways to talk about how good the Avalanche are - S6 1:02:29

20h ago1:02:29

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There comes a point where you can only say how good a team is so many times before you start to run out of different things to say, and after yet another stress free 3-1 win for the Avalanche over the Canucks, we are officially starting to hit that point. The Avalanche are hitting heights that haven't been hit since 1980, and they make it look easy…

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Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche overcome sickness and the Canucks to win again 1:01:31

2h ago1:01:31

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The Colorado Avalanche get another multi goal night out of Nathan MacKinnon to win again and extend their point streak to 17 games. But is Scott Wedgewood ok? Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 3:28 Negatives? - 4:37 Three Stars - 18:50 Curtis-y call - 36:40 Bednar - 49:15 Wrapping up - 53:31 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALL…

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The win streak ends, but the Avs dominant point streak continues to 16 straight games - S6 1:30:28

4d ago1:30:28

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Brock Nelson and the Colorado Avalanche body the Montreal Canadiens | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:02:03

4d ago1:02:03

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The Colorado Avalanche get right back on the horse with seven goals including multi goal nights from Landeskog and Nelson. Colorado continues their 16 game point streak and remains dominant on home ice 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNV…

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Colorado Avalanche keep point streak but lose in shootout to Minnesota Wild |DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:01:57

5d ago1:01:57

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The Avalanche finally lose but keep a 15 game point streak going. Goals from MacKinnon and Landeskog were enough to get to OT but the Avs remain terrible in the shootout. 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://linktr.ee/dnvrsports…

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Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche dominate San Jose Sharks for tenth straight win 1:00:20

7d ago1:00:20

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The Colorado Avalanche are back on home ice as they go for their tenth straight win and revenge on the San Jose Sharks. The Avs have not lost a game in regulation in over a month but will need their offense to pick back up to get a win in this one. Intro - 0:00 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Product…

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Is Cale Makar a once in a generation NHL player? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:58

8d ago59:58

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Do the Colorado Avalanche have a generational NHL player in Cale Makar? What about Nathan MacKinnon? What even defines a generational player? and who makes the list of best players of the modern generations of the NHL? Intro - 0:00 Kivi is back - 1:20 Vancouver open for sale? - 6:08 When will CMac win GM of the year - 16:00 Define generational play…

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Lol Avs win anyway - S6 1:19:38

9d ago1:19:38

1:19:38

It is now 9 straight wins for the Avalanche after back to back shutouts over the Nashville Predators and Chicago Blackhawks, despite scoring just two goals on a goalie in six periods of play. This is now becoming a hilarious streak where the Avs just keep winning no matter what, and are already creating a massive gap between them and the rest of th…

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Scott Wedgewood gives the Colorado Avalanche another shutout in win over Chicago Blackhawks 1:00:25

10d ago1:00:25

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The Colorado Avalanche get another shutout in the same weekend with Cale Makar being the only goalscorer as they make it nine wins in a row. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 4:30 Forwards - 7:20 Defense - 9:45 PP - 12:04 Three Stars - 18:40 Individual players - 34:00 Props to Spencer Knight… - 40:30 …But Wedgewood is just better - 43:30 Eagles are doing well…

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MacKenzie Blackwood goes supernova as Colorado Avalanche shutout Nashville Predators 1:00:48

11d ago1:00:48

1:00:48

The Colorado Avalanche best a goalie just once tonight as Brent Burns scores 15 seconds in. That would be enough with nothing beating Blackwood and MacKinnon and Drury would add empty netters 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https:/…

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Where will the Colorado Avalanche Improve the Most? | DNVR Avalanche Mailbag 1:00:35

12d ago1:00:35

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It’s a Mailbag Friday for the DNVR Avalanche as they field question ranging from Avalanche trade targets to butt rock. Surprises, fictional locations, analytics and more on todays podcast. Intro - 0:00 Discord Questions: 1:00 4C - 18:30 Thanksgiving Faves - 21:50 Who's going to the press box? - 23:40 Left Handed D-Pairing? - 27:11 Olympics - 32:56 …

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Avalanche make history after 19th game with a point in first 20 games - S6 1:02:30

13d ago1:02:30

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Another day, another win for the Avalanche after taking down the New York Rangers 6-3 for their 7th straight win. They are now only the fourth team in NHL history with only one regulation loss through the first twenty games of the season, and they continue to do it in all different kinds of ways. Send questions to the mailbag here: https://forms.gl…

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Nathan Mackinnon shines as Avalanche close out New York Rangers for seven in a row 1:01:55

13d ago1:01:55

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Multi goal nights from Makar and Mackinnon as the Colorado Avalanche stars carry the day over the New York Rangers. Nelson comes up with a big PP Goal and the Avs have won seven straight Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:29 Wedgewood’s game - 18:00 Negatives - 20:12 Three stars - 26:36 Hear from Bednar - 33:00 Curtis-y call - 41:33 The avs are fun - 49:00 S…

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Can anyone in the Central Division compete with the Colorado Avalanche 20 games in? 1:01:26

14d ago1:01:26

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The season is 25% over and the Colorado Avalanche hold a strong lead in the Central with only Dallas in striking distance at this point. How has the Division faired through the first portion of the season and what more does Colorado need to add to stay out in front? Intro - 0:00 Avs looking at waiver claims? - 1:30 Do the Avs need more forward dept…

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How Many Awards Will The Avalanche Win By The End Of The Season? 15:22

15d ago15:22

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How many trophies can the Colorado Avalanche really bring home by the end of the season? In this DNVR Avalanche mini pod, we break down Nathan MacKinnon’s chase for the Art Ross, Rocket Richard and Hart Trophy, Cale Makar’s case for another Norris, and whether this stacked Avs roster can also grab the Jennings, Presidents’ Trophy and ultimately the…

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How long can the Avalanche keep up their early season success? - S6 1:11:18

15d ago1:11:18

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The Avalanche are an unbelievable early season run right now, getting points in 18/19 games and on a six game winning streak after a business as usual win over the New York Islanders. With almost everyone in the lineup pulling their weight, what can look to be improved going forward? How long can we expect them to able to keep this level of success…

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Scott Wedgewood and the Colorado Avalanche steal win from the New York Islanders 1:03:11

17d ago1:03:11

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The Colorado Avalanche win despite one of their weakest 5v5 games of the season. Ross Colton and Victor Olofsson score two big goals as Necas and Nelson add insurance. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 5:00 Middle 6 was great - 6:09 Was that a kick? - 14:00 Three Stars - 19:40 Curtis-y Call - 33:30 Hear from Bednar - 45:38 Brock Nelson - 53:30 Beat the home w…

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Has Chris MacFarland set the Colorado Avalanche up for long term success? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:56

19d ago59:56

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The Avs have already extended three separate players during this season including Brindley, Necas, and Wedgewood. Are the Colorado Avalanche now more secure in the long term and how much impact have the signings had in the immediate? Plus who are the best players in the NHL right now? Intro - 0:00 Wedgewood extension - 2:30 Hear from Wedgewood - 6:…

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Scott Wedgewood's extension keeps the Avalanche's great goaltending room together for another year - S6 1:04:22

20d ago1:04:22

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The Avalanche can't stop signing extensions lately, but they keep doing great business as ink Scott Wedgewood to a one year extension as he continues to deliver for them early in the season. What does this do for the future of the Avs goaltending room? The Avalanche also took down the Buffalo Sabres with a 6-3 win, and Gavin Brindley continues to i…

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Another Marty Party for the Colorado Avalanche in win over the Buffalo Sabres 1:00:25

20d ago1:00:25

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The Colorado Avalanche are a wagon winning their 5th in a row with two goals from Necas. Brindley, Nelson, Lehkonen and Landeskog. Quality offense carries the day over buffalo Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 3:10 Blackwood - 6:05 Three stars - 18:00 Curtis-y call - 33:40 Second line stepping up - 44:47 TIO spread out - 46:44 Out working mistakes - 51:12 Sup…

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What is your favorite Colorado Avalanche storyline so far this season? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:16

21d ago1:00:16

1:00:16

The Colorado Avalanche have a lot of fun storylines thing year. The return of Landeskog, Brindley’s success, MacKinnon and Makar’s dominance, goaltending, and much more. The DNVR Avalanche podcast dives into their favorite storylines this season. Intro - 0:00 Injury news (Val) - 1:00 Sammy G update - 9:00 Feeling good after Anaheim? - 14:16 Hear fr…

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The Gavin Brindley Era has begun with a two year extension, as the Avs take down the Ducks - S6 1:15:01

22d ago1:15:01

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Let us welcome you to the Gavin Brindley era, now officially underway as he signs a two year extension just two days after his breakout performance in Vancouver, for less money than he's currently on in his rookie contract. What is the Avs long term outlook with Brindley and so many others locked up? The Avalanche also took down the red hot Anaheim…

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Landsekog and the Colorado Avalanche make light work of the Anaheim Ducks | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:01:29

22d ago1:01:29

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The Colorado Avalanche move their winning streak to four As the topple the second best team in the west. Landeskog nets his first goal of the season alongside tallys from Necasn Lehkonen, and Kelly. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 1:00 Val - 6:15 Landy - 10:40 No bad lines - 12:35 Spicy adjacent - 17:15 Three stars - 18:05 Cale - 28:40 Bednar - 33:00 Curtis…

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Gavin Brindley is officially here and he's glorious - S6 1:20:06

24d ago1:20:06

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Gavin Brindley has officially arrived for the Avalanche, and this podcast is now officially the Gavin Brindley fanclub after a 5-4 overtime in Vancouver. That comes off the back off an absolutely dominant 9-1 win over the Oilers, where the Avalanche kicked them up and down the ice at even strength all game long. This Avs team continues to impress t…

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Gavin Brindley is the hero as Colorado Avalanche survive Vancouver Canucks | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:00:46

24d ago1:00:46

1:00:46

A sloppy SEGABABA for the Colorado Avalnche is survived thanks to a four point night from MacKinnon, two big goals from Lehkonen, and Gavin Brindley finally gets the Avs their first OT win. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:10 Three teams on the ice tonight - 8:07 Resilience check mark? - 11:00 Blackwood's game? - 13:40 Three stars - 16:50 Where does Kivi f…

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Makar and the Colorado Avalanche ANNIHILATE the Edmonton Oilers | DNVR Avalanche Postgame Podcast 1:03:06

25d ago1:03:06

1:03:06

The Colorado Avalanche had four players with multi-goal nights including Makar, MacKinnon, Kelly, and Drury. The Oilers were never really competitive, especially at 5 on 5 and the Avs get a statement win. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:15 Three stars - 21:41 Checking the stat sheet - 36:51 Negatives? - 40:05 Jack Drury rules (depth) - 45:45 Superchats - …

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What makes this years Colorado Avalanche team different from last years? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:17

27d ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Fourteen games into this season the Colorado Avalanche feel pretty different then last years team. A good portion of that is new players and less injuries but what else separates them from the previous version of the Avs? Intro - 0:00 What is with this schedule? - 1:00 Outdoor games - 5:00 Dork or dick? - 13:30 Any head coaches on the chopping bloc…

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Which NHL teams are competition for the Colorado Avalanche and which are frauds? 1:03:52

28d ago1:03:52

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One month into the NHL season the Colorado Avalanche are the number one team in the league. Which NHL teams can keep up? Whose success is legit and who are the frauds of the NHL? Intro - 0:00 Are the Avs legit? - 1:00 Is the depth settled in? - 12:00 Running it back? - 18:45 Winnipeg - 20:20 Utah - 25:49 Seattle - 34:25 Anaheim - 39:31 Detroit - 42…

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Olofsson and the Colorado Avalanche 3rd line put away Tampa Bay Lightning | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:03:13

29d ago1:03:13

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Another multi goal night for olofsson as the Colorado Avalanche get dominance from their third line and the PP is finally a difference maker. The Avs stay at the top of the NHL with this win. Intro - 0:00 Fun game - 1:09 Rundown - 2:17 5v5 numbers - 4:40 Lazy play? - 8:30 A bit scrappy - 12:50 Three Stars - 18:05 Difference maker - 27:40 Cale - 32:…

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How are the Avalanche the best at 5 on 5, yet so bad at 3 on 3 OT? - S6 1:09:37

30d ago1:09:37

1:09:37

The Avalanche have been the best team at even strength play so far throughout this early season with an excellent penalty kill to boot, which they showed with an impressive win in Vegas, but somehow they are still completely inept in overtime after another OT loss in San Jose. Also, are the Avalanche going to play in an outdoor game in 2027? Finall…

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MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche grind point but throw it away in OT again VS San Jose Sharks 1:00:54

1M ago1:00:54

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Despite dominant play the Colorado Avalanche only muster two goals. Which was enough to get to OT against the Sharks where Colorado continues to prove they are the worst OT team in the NHL 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://li…

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Necas leads Colorado Avalanche to spooky win over Vegas Golden Knights | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 59:53

1M ago59:53

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The Colorado Avalanche get a 3 point night from Necas after signing his new contract in a 4 - 2 win over Vegas. Burns, Nelson, and Makar also scored Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:16 Scottie - 5:13 Too many penalties - 8:04 Fourth line - 10:37 Third star - 17:20 Second star - 19:53 First star of the game - 23:00 Good team had good night, or good team bad…

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EMERGENCY POD: Martin Necas signs a MASSIVE 8 year extension with the Avalanche - S6 1:29:01

1M ago1:29:01

1:29:01

The saga is finally over as Martin Necas signs an 8 year extension with the Avalanche at $11.5m a season. After over a year and a half of extension and trade talks, finally we never need to talk about this again, and can focus on the team we have. How good is the value for Necas on this deal? What does he need to do to live up to the contract? Also…

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Martin Necas signs HUGE 8 year deal to stay in Colorado | DNVR Avalanche Emergency Podcast 46:04

1M ago46:04

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The Avs lock up one of their best forwards in Martin Necas for his entire prime as the sign him for eight-years with an $11.5M AAV, Colorado top players are now set for the forseeable future 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THINGS DNVR: https://…

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Have the Colorado Avalanche gotten the monkey off their back? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

With the Colorado Avalanche PP popping off for four goals and the Avs offense getting goal scoring from every line, was this a flash in the pan or can it lead to more consistency going forwards from Colorado’s offense? The DNVR Avalanche podcast talks goal scoring. Intro - 0:00 When should Blackwood get a start - 1:44 Necas contract update - 4:30 F…

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Victor Olofsson hat trick helps Colorado Avalanche offense explode on New Jersey Devils 1:02:38

1M ago1:02:38

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Avs pot eight goals in clouding a hat trick from Olofsson, 2 from MacKinnon, Necas, Kelly, and Bardakov also scored. The Powerplay folonally course corrected and despite a crazy 3nd period the Avs run away with it Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:00 Three stars - 17:45 Curtis-y call - 23:00 Hear from Bednar - 34:40 Love Bedsy - 45:00 Devils kinda soft? - 4…

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Do we know who the Colorado Avalanche are 10 games in? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:25

1M ago59:25

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With a record of 5 - 1 - 4 do we have a solid grasp on what the Colorado Avalanche are this season or will things continue to develop? What are the key bright spots and struggles for the team so far. Intro - 0:00 Tristen Nielsen signed - 1:15 Vibes after the first 10? - 5:00 Biggest issue in these 10 games? - 11:55 Biggest Surprise? - 16:40 Defense…

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Is the Avalanche getting points in 9 of 10 games or their 4 game losing streak more important? - S6 1:21:38

1M ago1:21:38

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After another overtime loss in New Jersey, the Avalanche have reached the first ten game checkpoint at the season with a 5-1-4 record, meaning they've gotten a point in 9 games but have also lost four in a row. What are the biggest positives and negatives to take away from the first ten games, and who has impressed the most? Send questions to the m…

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Cale Makar and the Colorado Avalanche lose in OT again to the New Jersey Devils 1:02:10

1M ago1:02:10

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The Avs keep putting themselves in holes and while they always battle back they cant seem to get it over the hump. One point from a segababa isn't bad as you get goals from Nichushkin, MacKinnon, and Nelson. 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr.com/events ALL THIN…

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Lehkonen and the Colorado Avalanche can't overcome mistakes in loss to Boston Bruins 1:04:28

1M ago1:04:28

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Two goals from Lehkonen feel pretty meaningless for the Colorado Avalanche as their mistakes are punished heavily causing the first regulation loss of the season. Not a lot went Colorado's way as the Avs do more finding ways to lose than Boston does winning. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:50 Concerns? - 4:00 Where is the step up? - 9:30 Power Play still …

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Val Nichushkin goes beast mode to get Colorado Avalanche one point in loss to Carolina 1:04:10

1M ago1:04:10

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A brutal 1st period left the Colorado Avalanche in a 4 -1 hole but they battled back for the rest of the night with 2 goals from nichushkin. One from Necas and one from Kelly to drag out an OT and shootout where the Canes would close them out. Intro - 0:00 Nate, where are you? - 4:00 Got out of hand quickly - 10:15 Does the power play need a shake …

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Does Mackenzie Blackwood Need To Worry About The Starting Goaltender Job!? 10:39

1M ago10:39

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Scott Wedgewood’s red-hot start has Avalanche fans wondering if he’s earned more than a backup role — and whether Mackenzie Blackwood should worry about the starting crease when he returns from his conditioning stint. Despite Wedgewood’s surge, Colorado committed long-term to Blackwood with a 5-year deal ($5.25M AAV), signaling he’s still the organ…

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How does the Colorado Avalanche start compare to the rest of the Central Division? 1:00:36

1M ago1:00:36

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The Colorado Avalanche have been one of the best teams in the NHL to start the season but how have things started for the rest of the Central division? Which teams look good and who looks like they might struggle this year? Intro - 0:00 Avs - 1:57 Still the thunderdome? - 13:00 Winnipeg - 18:20 Utah - 25:25 Chicago - 33:50 St. Louis - 39:00 Minneso…

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The Avalanche's point streak continues to 7 games with overtime loss in Utah - S6 1:18:01

1M ago1:18:01

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Through seven games the Avalanche have yet to lose in regulation even after an overtime loss to Utah on the road, complete with very strange officiating and overturned goals, but they still have plenty to clean up with a lackluster powerplay. The Avs also finally dropped their Nordiques jerseys and they're just as beautiful as we could've hoped, bu…

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Martin Necas and the Colorado Avalanche fall short in OT to Utah Mammoth | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

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The Colorado Avalanche play an incredibly sloppy and weird game that they manage to drag to OT but can't overcome the Mammoth. Goals from Makar, Drury, and Necas left them one short. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 2:00 Poor puck management - 3:35 Let’s talk about the Landy no goal - 9:05 Special Teams - 21:40 Scott Wedgewood - 27:13 Burns - 29:45 Necas - 3…

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Nathan MacKinnon powers Colorado Avalanche past Boston Bruins | DNVR Avalanche Postgame 1:07:02

2M ago1:07:02

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In a but of an up and down game the Avalanche dominated the possession for the entire game giving up less than 20 shots. Despite some missed opportunities MacKinnon score twice which was enough alongside a goal from Manson. Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 1:20 Good defense or bad Bruins? - 4:05 Bad Necas game? - 11:40 Talking about PP - 19:32 Three stars - …

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What have we learned about the Colorado Avalanche five games in? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:02:59

2M ago1:02:59

1:02:59

With five games under their belt the Colorado Avalanche have yet to have a regulation loss. With early season statistics being unreliable at best, what have we actually learned about this years team? Where do they stand in the NHL and what comes next for the Avs? Intro - 0:00 Top line - 5:08 Second line - 12:26 Looking at some heat maps - 18:04 5v5…

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Brock Nelson and the Colorado Avalanche second line come alive in win over Columbus Blue Jackets 1:00:38

2M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Nelson and Nichushkin both notches goals as Colorado Avalanche play complete game win over Columbus. Another goal from Cale Makar added on as the Avs improve 4 - 0 - 1 Intro - 0:00 Rundown - 1:50 Scott Wedgewood - 14:00 Three Stars - 19:30 Was that a hard pass? - 26:18 Avs are the team to chase - 32:00 Goal against - 38:46 Shift in the third - 40:0…

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Avs start the season on a 5 game point streak after a strong road win in Columbus - S6 1:06:27

2M ago1:06:27

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The Avalanche keep up their strong start to the season with another strong road win, knocking off the Blue Jackets 4-1 as the second line finally gets going. With a five game point streak to start the season, the Avs are looking incredibly cohesive and firing on all cylinders with an early three point central lead heading into a matchup with the Br…

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