Best Martin MacKinnon Podcasts (2025)

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How will the Colorado Avalanche deploy Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas | DNVR Avalanche Mailbag 57:46

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It’s time for another DNVR Avalanche Mailbag episode! Rudo and Eric Lacroix are tackling all your questions about the Colorado Avalanche; from offseason speculation and roster moves to prospect development and behind-the-scenes insight. Intro - 0:00 Welcome In - 1:00 Most overrated Av in history - 1:40 Bigger Left Handed D? - 12:15 Should coaches b…

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Referee Dave Jackson Talks NHL rules and the future | DNVR Avalanche Live 59:24

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How will the NHL rulebook continue to evolve? Who better to ask the a former Referee and longtime rules analyst Dave Jackson. The DNVR Avalanche Podcast finds answer to the future of the rulebook and if refs should protect superstars. Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Dave joins the show! - 14:10 When to call a play dead? - 19:40 Should the refs feel …

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What does the future of Martin Necas with the Colorado Avalanche look like? | DNVR Avalanche Live 59:18

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How did the Colorado Avalanche get so much better at 3-on-3 OT? | DNVR Avalanche Live 1:02:09

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Join the DNVR Supporter's Club and get a custom DNVR badge next to your name!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aOXvlqQqMlTFvbbAarD-A/join Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Alumni event - 5:40 Hear from Tyson Barrie - 8:30 Hear from Foote and Rycroft - 18:00 Change up the point system? - 33:00 Game 83 or play-in round? -37:10 Breaking down Avs 3v3 -…

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Which Colorado Avalanche players will improve the most this season? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:01:28

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The Colorado Avalanche have some of the best NHL players on the planet but what about the ones that have room to improve their ceiling like Jack Drury or Sam Malinski? Which players will the Avs get the most out of and what will that improvement look like this season? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast talks improvers Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Goalies…

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Who are the most effective defensive defensemen in Avs history? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 56:45

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Today on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast Adam Foote couldn’t make it on today’s show, so we pivoted to a perfect topic in his honor: the best defensive defensemen in Colorado Avalanche history. Nathan Rudolph, Eric Lacroix, and AJ Haefele break down what truly defines a “defensive defenseman,” look back at some of the greats who fit the mold, and discus…

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How does Victor Olofsson make the Avalanche better? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:25

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The DNVR Podcast drops with Nathan Rudolph, Eric Lacroix, and AJ Haefele talking through the late-night signing of free-agent forward Victor Olofsson and how he helps the Colorado Avalanche forward corps as it seeks to round into form. The boys also talk about the Avs cap situation and what work would be left for the Avalanche to do as they seek an…

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Avalanche add another goal scorer by signing Victor Olofsson | DNVR Avalanche Emergency Podcast 27:14

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The DNVR Avalanche Podcast returns with an emergency episode as Nathan Rudolph, Eric Lacroix, and AJ Haefele sit down to talk through their instant reactions to the Colorado Avalanche signing free agent forward Victor Olofsson. Olofsson spent last year with the Vegas Golden Knights after beginning his career with the Buffalo Sabres and is a noted g…

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How the Colorado Avalanche were built | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 58:41

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Every player has to be acquired Somehow and the Colorado Avalanche are no stranger to creative tactics. Here's how the acquisition of their current lineup came to be. Intro - 0:00 Welcome in! - 1:00 Any trades left? - 2:40 Building the Avs- 12:03 Rank in terms of value - 32:52 Bottom 6 - 40:11 Defense - 46:17 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://…

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Where will the Colorado Avalanche stand in 2028? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 57:20

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What does the three year plan look like for the Colorado Avalanche? Will they win another Stanley cup or will their window close? Which players could they add and who are they going to lose? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast speculates on the next three years. ntro - 0:00 Welcome In - 1:00 Quick news! - 2:00 Are the Avs a better offensive or defensive tea…

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The NHL Rivalries of the Colorado Avalanche | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:01

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The Colorado Avalanche VS Detroit Red Wings rivalry is one of the greatest in sports but how do the other Avalanche Rivalries stack up? The DNVR Avalanche Podcast talks opps Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Do the Avs have a rival right now? - 1:30 Biggest Rivals draft - 7:50 Round 2 - 13:46 Round 3 - 24:13 Player Rivalies - 32:00 Getting into the bi…

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The top 20 active NHL players ranked by their peak (part 2) | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:02:01

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The top 20 active NHL players ranked by their peak (part 1) | DNVR Avalanche Podcastr 55:39

15d ago55:39

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Which current NHL players have had the highest peak to their career? You will know all the names in the top 10 but what about 11-20? Who makes the list of the best of the best? The DNVR Avalanche podcast ranks. Intro - 0:00 Welcome in- 1:00 What is a peak? - 2:39 20 - 5:40 19 - 10:45 18 - 21:51 17 - 25:44 16 - 32:54 15 - 38:17 14- 41:00 13 - 44:55 …

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Celebrating and Ranking 30 years of Colorado Avalanche History | DNVR Avalanche Podcast LIVE 57:01

15d ago57:01

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The DNVR Avalanche Podcast is back with Eric Lacroix, Justin Michael, and AJ Haefele talking about the best logos in Colorado Avalanche history. As the organization prepares for its 30th season in Denver, the Avs unveiled a new anniversary logo to kickstart the discussion. The trio also delves into the best logos in Colorado sports to the ones that…

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Kyle Keefe of Altitude TV joins to talk NHL media landscape | DNVR Avalanche Podcast LIVE 56:10

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The DNVR Avalanche Podcast returns with Eric Lacroix and AJ Haefele joined by special guest, Kyle Keefe of Altitude TV. The three of them talk about how Keefe came to be a fixture on Altitude, beginning with being in the penalty box of Colorado Avalanche games. They then dig into how the NHL media landscape has changed over the years. They are late…

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Joel Kiviranta returns to the Avalanche on one-year deal | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 56:55

19d ago56:55

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The DNVR Avalanche Podcast returns with Eric Lacroix and AJ Haefele talking about the Colorado Avalanche re-signing forward Joel Kiviranta to a one-year deal. They also go through the best arenas and experiences in college hockey while touching on their favorite NCAA prospects for the Colorado Avalanche. Washington Capitals defense prospect Cole Hu…

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Playing The Price Is Right with Colorado Avalanche Merch & Memorabilia | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 49:41

22d ago49:41

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How much would you pay for a Partrick Roy game used mask? How about a Cale Makar rookie autograph? or a table with literal Avalanche legs? Join the DNVR crew as they surf etsy and the internet for some of the wildest Colorado Avalanche Items. Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Quick News - 3:00 Let’s get into it - 6:20 That sold for how much??? - 46:20…

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Collaborative cycles: an interview with Samantha Moore 25:34

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Carla MacKinnon talks to animated documentary filmmaker and researcher Samantha Moore about her creative background, her collaborative filmmaking methodology, and her BAFTA-nominted short film Visible Mending (2023). Find more animated documentary content at www.animateddocs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Can you guess these obscure Colorado Avalanche trivia questions? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:03:11

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Do you know the tallest and shortest Avalanche players? What about the worst Avs in the shootout? Join the DNVR Avalanche Podcast for some obscure hockey trivia. Intro - 0:00 A little news - 1:25 Should NHL ice be the standard internationally? - 13:00 82 games is too much - 20:00 Time for some trivia - 37:00 Who is the shortest Avs? - 37:30 Who is …

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Which archetypes do Colorado Avalanche players fall into? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:01:51

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Is Gabe Landeskog a power forward or a shutdown winger? Can Nathan MacKinnon be considered a sniper? Does Cale Makar transcend archetypes? The DNVR Avalanche podcast archetypes Colorado Avalanche players. Nathan Rudolph, AJ Haefele, and Eric LaCroix come to you LIVE to break down everything you need to know in this edition of the DNVR Avalanche Pod…

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The best, worst, and weirdest Colorado Avalanche merch on the internet | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 56:08

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Colorado Avalanche Alum John-Michael Liles talks NHL Defense 1:04:45

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Former Colorado Avalanche defenseman and Altitude broadcast member John-Michael Liles joins the DNVR Avalanche Podcast to talk Cale Makar, defense, Avalanche alumni and more. Intro - 0:00 Playing at the olympics - 2:00 Favorite D partner - 17:00 How has the position changed? - 19:30 Avs Alumni - 25:00 JML just being humble? - 32:34 What will the ev…

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Excluding Cale Makar and Nathan Mackinnon who are the best passers, fighters, or shooter on the Avs? 43:11

28d ago43:11

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As the Avalanche lineup has evolved over the last few seasons who now ranks as the best shooters, fighters, passers and other categories on the team? Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Quick news - 1:30 Arbitration deals and updates - 4:00 Best Shooters - 18:07 Best Passers - 29:50 Best Skaters - 37:17 Best Hitter - 43:33 📬 Denver sports in your inbox:…

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Colorado Eagles asst. coach Derek Army talks Avs and more | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:16

30d ago59:16

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Derek Army is the newest coach in the fold for the Colorado Eagles, and Avalanche organization. He joins the DNVR Avalanche podcast and talks about the AHL, progressing through the coaching ranks, joining the same organization his father coached for and more. Rudo and Eric LaCroix are joined by Derek Army to break down everything you need to know i…

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A history of Colorado Avalanche alternate captains | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:04:36

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Today on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast, the crew dives into the full history of Colorado Avalanche alternate captains. How do players earn that “A”? How might roles shift with Gabriel Landeskog returning? And who could be the next to wear the C? Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Olausson trade - 1:13 Eagles too small? - 10:15 Avs kinda bad at development…

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Who can draft the best starting six for the Colorado Avalanche? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 56:41

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It’s another Fun Friday on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast and that means it’s time for a Snake Draft! Today, the crew is building their ultimate starting six using players from all of Avalanche history. Who goes first overall? Who gets snubbed? Who ends up with the most dominant lineup? Rudo, AJ and Eric draft their dream teams and break down their pic…

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The unsung heroes of the Colorado Avalanche | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 55:55

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Today on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast the boy take a look back at who some of the unsung heroes of the cup runs were. Plus they crew also gets into who would qualify for the Avs hall of very good? Intro - 0:00 Change one rule - 1:30 Colorado Avalanche Hall of very good - 8:36 Unsung Heroes from 2022 - 36:00 Unsung heroes from 2001- 47:10 Unsung heroe…

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Which Colorado Avalanche players will improve this season? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:04:55

1M ago1:04:55

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With the Colorado Avalanche coming up short again this year which players are most likely to get better? Intro - 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Avs in the back nine of their window? 1:10 Goalies - 17:30 Defense - 25:25 Forwards - 46:30 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://thednvr…

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Which Colorado Avalanche forwards are the best defensive forwards? 59:26

1M ago59:26

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Today on the DNVR Avalanche Podcast the crew is tier-ranking all Avs forwards based on their defensive ability. Who’s holding it down defensively for the Colorado Avalanche up front? Does defense win championships? - 0:00 Tier rankings 1-5 - 11:48 Tier rankings 6-10 - 30:40 AHL guys - 45:00 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newslet…

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Which Central teams improved this offseason? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:03:25

1M ago1:03:25

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The DNVR Avalanche Podcast breaks down every move made in the Central Division this offseason. From big trades to key departures, which teams actually got better? And where do the Avs stand after a relatively quiet summer? 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter Intro 0:00 Welcome in - 1:00 Jets - 8:30 Mammoth - 19:15 Stars - …

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Who are the top young guns of the NHL? 59:48

1M ago59:48

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The 10 Biggest “What Ifs” in Colorado Avalanche History | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:12:23

1M ago1:12:23

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On today’s DNVR Avalanche Podcast, the crew breaks down the top 10 biggest “What Ifs” in Colorado Avalanche history. From Patrick Roy never getting traded to alternate draft outcomes, Nathan Rudolph, AJ Haefele, and Eric Lacroix dive into the moments that could have changed everything. Intro - 0:00 Honorable mention - 1:24 #10 Ryan O'Reilly offer s…

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Who should be on the PP for the Colorado Avalanche? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:37

1M ago1:00:37

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With a new assistant coach will we see a 2nd PP unit actually get used? If so who should be on it? And what would the Perfect NHL PP look like? Intro - 0:00 Schedule announced! - 1:40 Remember Finland? - 20:50 Build the best PP unit with all NHL - 26:00 Unit 2 - 34:02 Building Avs PP Units - 43:03 Unit 2 - 53:42 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https…

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What would it take for the NHL to grow it’s fan base to rival other major sports? | DNVR Avs Podcast 59:12

1M ago59:12

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The NHL has made some good decisions of late like going back to the olympics and putting on the Four Nations tournament, but they always seem to take 2 steps forward and 1 step back. How can they punch through and grow towards sports like Basketball? Intro - 0:00 Good or bad year for growing the game - 1:07 NHL Sticking with a decentralized draft? …

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Game one for the Colorado Avalanche is announced + Getting into trades around the League 1:03:40

1M ago1:03:40

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On today’s DNVR Avalanche Podcast, Eric Lacroix and Justin Michael break down the latest NHL trade news with players like Ryan Reaves and Artūrs Šilovs on the move. Who could be next: Bowen Byram, Rasmus Andersson, or Brayden Schenn? The guys also discuss NHL coaches on the hot seat heading into next season, plus whether the league is missing the m…

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The Colorado Avalanche extend Josh Manson for two more years | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:00:04

2M ago1:00:04

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The DNVR Avalanche guys sit down to talk about Josh Manson's contract extension and what it means for the Colorado Avalanche defense this year and moving forward. They get into how that changes the salary cap math for the Avs and the cap landscape around the NHL, especially after the Dallas Stars traded Matt Dumba to the Pittsburgh Penguins yesterd…

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Are Travis Hunter, Jahdae Barron and RJ Harvey legitimate Rookie of the Year chances in the NFL? 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

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The NFL Offensive and Defensive Rookie of the Year odds are out, and there are plenty of Colorado ties. Is Travis Hunter more likely to win the offensive or defensive award for the Jacksonville Jaguars? Which Denver Broncos rookie is more likely the win the award, RJ Harvey or Jahdae Barron? Plus, we look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft. ESPN’s Mel Kip…

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Is Gavin McKenna's decision to play college hockey a harbinger of doom for Canadian juniors? 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

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The top prospect in the 2026 NHL Draft, Gavin McKenna, chose to continue his amateur career at Penn State instead of playing another season in the Western Hockey League. He is the latest example of high-end junior players choosing to eschew Canadian juniors in favor of NIL payments in college hockey. What does this mean for the future of the CHL? A…

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How will hiring Dave Hakstol change the Avalanche | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:35

2M ago59:35

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The Colorado Avalanche finally filled their opening at assistant coach with Dave Hakstol. What will this move mean for the PP and the Avs. Intro - 0:00 Initial thoughts - 1:00 How'd we get here? - 11:30 Avs taking away a different lesson than we thought? - 21:17 What would it take for Bednar to be in the hot seat? 34:00 Is Hakstol the next HC? - 47…

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Winners and losers of the NHL offseason so far | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

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Over a week into free agency most of the dust has settled. Which NHL teams came out on top winning the offseason and which teams got worse? Intro - 0:00 Winners of free agency - 4:40 Top two winners - 18:27 Losers of free agency - 34:30 Top two losers - 55:00 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Productio…

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Did the Colorado Avalanche miss out in NHL Free Agency | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:02:02

2M ago1:02:02

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The Avalanche have signed just one significant free agent this offseason. Who's left out there and did Colorado miss the boat? Intro - 0:00 Avs Needs a new skills coach? - 2:00 Did the Avs miss out on FA? - 22:14 Names still out there? - 40:10 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US:…

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How much more will the Avalanche do as Free agency continues? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:51

2M ago59:51

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Intro - 0:00 Good news and bad news - 1:00 Avs Linked to Joe Veleno - 7:40 Hear from CMAC - 18:45 Hear from Brian Willsie - 36:48 Which prospects will get a shot? - 49:25 What does a good season look like for Burns? - 51:40 https://thednvr.com/intro-offer-youtube 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY Network Produ…

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Colorado Avalanche sign Brent Burns for 1 Year | DNVR Avalanche Emergency Podcast 25:16

2M ago25:16

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The Colorado Avalanche have signed Brent Burns to a one-year deal worth $1 million, with up to $3 million in performance bonuses. AJ and Eric rolled out of bed to give their instant reactions and break down what this move means for the Avs’ blue line heading into next season. 📬 Denver sports in your inbox: https://thednvr.com/newsletter An ALLCITY …

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NHL free agency waiting game continues as Avalanche ramp up development camp |DNVR Avalanche Podcast 59:51

2M ago59:51

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NHL free agency remains mostly frozen as the league awaits Ehlers decision meanwhile the Avalanche get their first looks at draftees Dell'elce and Funck Intro - 0:00 Where is Ehlers? - 1:00 Who else is out there? - 5:40 What's the hold up? 8:00 Small prospect pool - 18:08 Hear from Francesco Dell’elce - 34:00 Hear from Linus Funck - 40:00 Hear from…

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Are the Colorado Avalanche in on Nikolaj Ehlers? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:05:32

2M ago1:05:32

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Day one of NHL Free Agency is in the books — and the Colorado Avalanche kept things surprisingly quiet. Could that mean they’re waiting on a bigger move, like a potential play for Nikolaj Ehlers? Or are they simply playing it safe to avoid a costly mistake? Rudo, Eric, and AJ break down everything from the opening day of free agency — the signings,…

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NHL Free Agency | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 4:40:42

2M ago4:40:42

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Can the Colorado Avalanche go big in free agency? | DNVR Roast My Roster 58:59

2M ago58:59

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Colorado Avalanche 2025 Draft Recap | DNVR Avalanche 2025 NHL Draft 1:02:21

2M ago1:02:21

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On today’s DNVR Avalanche Podcast, we start by breaking down the disaster that was the NHL Draft broadcast. Then, we shift the focus to the Colorado Avalanche’s draft class. The Avs made just three selections, and we dive into what each pick could bring to the organization. We also hear directly from the Avs’ Director of Amateur Scouting and GM Chr…

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Will the Avalanche Stay Quiet in RD 1 of the NHL Draft? | DNVR Avalanche 2025 NHL Draft LIVE 1:02:37

2M ago1:02:37

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In this shortened version of our Draft coverage we spend the first bit talking the trade the Avalanche made this morning! For full draft coverage please visit our YouTube page! 📬 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/dnvr…

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How will the Central Division approach Round 1 of the NHL draft? | DNVR Avalanche Podcast 1:02:20

2M ago1:02:20

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Draft day is tomorrow and while the Colorado Avalanche don’t have a pick it doesn’t mean they can’t make moves. The Central division owns three of the top five picks, what does the future of the division look like? Rudo, AJ Haefele, and Eric Lacroix come to you LIVE in this edition of the DNVR Avalanche Podcast! Start - 0:00 Peterka trade - 1:20 Ne…