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  • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
    • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Two buddies that went 1st and 3rd their draft year are destined to be big league linemates. Growing up the son of a coach, I've heard a ton of motivational one-liners and just about every galvanizing phrase in the coaches handbook. One always stuck with me: "Strangers become teammates, teammates become friends, and friends become family." The Na...2023
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  • • 2023 NHL Mock Draft: Connor Bedard is the can’t-miss talent leading the class
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Here’s our full projection for the first round. There will be zero surprises in the 2023 NHL Draft until the fourth pick. That is basically locked in stone. Throughout this entire process we’ve known Connor Bedard will be the No. 1 pick, and nothing in a million years will change that. Why? Because he’s just that good. There is Victor Wembanyama...2023
  • • MHH 2023 Mock Draft
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Discover who the staff picked if they were in charge. Here’s our stab at a mock draft of the first round of the 2023 NHL Draft. Which player did we select for the Colorado Avalanche? Who will correctly guess the most picks? Follow along and find out when the first round kicks off on Wednesday, June 28th at 5 p.m. MT. 1. Chicago - Jackie - C Co...2023
  • • Morning Flurries: Changes are Coming
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Your daily dose of Avalanche news, along with other interesting stories from around the NHL. All Avalanche Colorado defenseman Brad Hunt has been enjoying his first tournament with Hockey Canada. He currently has scored two assists in five round-robin games. "Just never give up. The dreams come true." Brad Hunt talks about his debut with @Hoc...2023
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  • • Looking at the run to the playoffs for the Western Conference
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Who knows what lays ahead in a months time and how it affects the Avs. It was announced a few days ago the start of the 2023 NHL Playoffs would be on April 18. As we are just now less than one month away from postseason hockey, then comes the nerves, anxiety, stress, and fun experience the playoffs bring for all involved. Of course, the Colorado...2023
  • • Recap: Avalanche can’t score enough as Central Division falls 7-5
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images The Avalanche trio did some damage but it wasn’t enough to win the million dollar prize. With the task to prove that their collective stars shine the brightest the Colorado Avalanche trio of Nathan MacKinnon, Mikko Rantanen and Cale Makar had one last task to complete and that is to represent the Central Division at the All-Star Game. The Game...2023

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  • • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
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  • • Recap: Avalanche can’t score enough as Central Division falls 7-5
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  • • It’s far from doom and gloom for the Avs
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images The Avs are getting back to form ever so slowly. Yeah, just had to remind you all we won the Stanley Cup with the article image, even with the injured hand of Cogliano in the picture. Which in itself is far from doom and gloom. Otherwise, despite the injuries for the Colorado Avalanche this season, things are slowly turning back in the right dir...2022
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  • • OPINION: Injuries could derail Avs season
    Photo by Joe Puetz/NHLI via Getty Images The longer this goes, the bigger concern it becomes. The word of the year to describe the 2022-23 Colorado Avalanche is injuries. The list of injured players continues to rise. Between the Avalanche and Eagles, the number of injuries is up to 11 different players. The stars are out, and those replacing the stars are also starting to fall as well. T...2022
  • • Diving deeper into new Avs goaltender Alexandar Georgiev
    Photo by Jared Silber/NHLI via Getty Images Matthew Segal of BlueshirtsNation.com joins me to break it down. Joe Sakic had himself a very busy 53rd birthday Thursday. The Colorado Avalanche legend and current GM won the Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award in the middle of Round 1 of the NHL Entry Draft. He beat out Tampa Bay Lightning GM Julian Brisebois and New York Rangers GM ...2022
  • • Colorado Avalanche 2022 Offseason Predictions: Unrestricted Free Agents
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images For Joe Sakic and the Colorado Avalanche the 2021 offseason was filled with re-signings, rather than new additions, and the 2022 offseason won’t be much different. There are many big names Colorado has to re-sign before they hit the open market. Obviously we’re a whole regular season, and hopefully playoffs, from this being a real conversation b...2021
  • • 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Zachary L’Heureux is a loose cannon with a cannon shot
    Photo by Dave Sandford/Getty Images Can he light the cannon in Columbus? Ok, I’ll stop with this now We are less than a week away from the 2021 NHL Entry Draft (July 23-24), so it’s time to start researching the prospects likely to be selected in the first round. The Columbus Blue Jackets currently hold three picks in that round: #5, #24, and #31. Zachary L’Heureux Position: CenterTeam: Ha...2021
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  • • Building a Better Broadcast
    Photo by Kyle Harris/NHLI via Getty Images The NHL should make for great television, but it historically has not. Here are some changes that could improve the production for all The National Hockey League has a viewership problem. Despite having its best talent pool in generations—with players like Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon established as stars and exciting youngst...2020
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  • • Tyson Jost re-signed for one year by Colorado Avalanche
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Without many options Jost just accepted his qualifying offer In a bit of late Sunday night housekeeping it was revealed by Cap Friendly that Tyson Jost had accepted his qualifying offer on the date of expiration, although teams almost always keep the offer open. The Colorado Avalanche forward was in a tough position without any arbitration rights and...2020
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  • • Cannon Blasts: NHL players speak out, but the Blue Jackets remain silent
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images That and more of this week’s links The big news in the sports world this week was the widespread postponement of games across North American sports leagues, including the NBA, WNBA, MLB, MLS, and NHL. These postponements were the result of player-led protests in response to the violence in Wisconsin this week, following the police shooting of a Black...2020
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Dave Sandford lifestyle

  • • Mikko Rantanen provides a not-so-serious update on the contract status of Nazem Kadri
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Moose seems like he knows something no one else does. The Colorado Avalanche has been in full party mode since winning the Stanley Cup a week ago. From the parade on Thursday to partying at various nightclubs every night with the Cup since then, we’ve seen a different side of Avs players as of late. It’s crazy what can happen to a team after win...2022
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  • • Deadline deals indicate Colorado Avalanche comfortable and confident with roster
    Despite the rash of injuries of late, Avs general manager Joe Sakic seems content with the roster he’s built with the NHL playoffs looming just six weeks out | Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images As the league-wide trade deadline passes, the Avs are largely the same team they were before After the Colorado Avalanche were tied to just about every big name available — from Henrik Lundvis...2020

Timeline

  • 2023
    "Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Two buddies that went 1st and 3rd their draft year are destined to be big league linemates."

  • 2022
    "Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Moose seems like he knows something no one else does."

  • 2021
    "Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images For Joe Sakic and the Colorado Avalanche the 2021 offseason was filled with re-signings, rather than new additions, and the 2022 offseason won’t be much different."

  • 2020
    "Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images The Avalanche will be short handed going into game 2 against Dallas The Colorado Avalanche didn’t only lose the opening game of their series against the Dallas Stars on Saturday night - they lost a few key members of the lineup."

Dave Sandford trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
    2023
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  • • 2023 NHL Mock Draft: Connor Bedard is the can’t-miss talent leading the class
    2023
  • • MHH 2023 Mock Draft
    2023
  • • Morning Flurries: Changes are Coming
    2023
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  • • Dear Jakub Voracek
    Photo by Ben Jackson/NHLI via Getty Images An open letter to my favorite player Hey, Jake. I would say I hope this letter finds you in good health, but unfortunately, we both know that’s not the case. Concussions suck. They were my greatest fear playing hockey growing up, and they continue to be my biggest fear as I play beer league. I’m lucky enough to have escaped them through my career,...2022
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  • • Report: Nathan MacKinnon could be made highest-paid player in the NHL
    Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post The boy from Halifax is due for his money and could get it in a big way. Nathan MacKinnon. Speed of a thunderbird, the strength of a thousand men, who is as skillful as a brain surgeon. What else can you say to describe the man who has been arguably the best player in the league and fan-favorite in Colorado? The Mack-Attack will likely be back with ...2022
  • • Colorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #18 Matthew Stienburg
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images The Matt Duchene trade lives on with Matthew Stienburg who was drafted with the final pick included in the deal. The Top 25 Under 25 is a collaboration by members of the Mile High Hockey staff. Eight writers have ranked players under the age of 25 as of August 1, 2022 in the Colorado Avalanche organization. Each participant used their own metri...2022
  • • Diving deeper into new Avs goaltender Alexandar Georgiev
    2022
  • • Mikko Rantanen provides a not-so-serious update on the contract status of Nazem Kadri
    2022
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  • • Lost in the Avalanche: Nick Holden
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images A look back at where some old friends have landed. Continuing on our look at former Colorado Avalanche players that have largely been forgotten since their departure from the organization is another member of the miracle 2013-14 season. Defenseman Nick Holden was favorite of head coach Patrick Roy and a staple on the blueline that year and throu...2022

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  • • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
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  • • Looking at the run to the playoffs for the Western Conference
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  • • It’s far from doom and gloom for the Avs
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  • • Dear Jakub Voracek
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  • • OPINION: Injuries could derail Avs season
    2022
  • • Report: Nathan MacKinnon could be made highest-paid player in the NHL
    2022
  • • Colorado Avalanche Top 25 Under 25: #18 Matthew Stienburg
    2022
  • • Diving deeper into new Avs goaltender Alexandar Georgiev
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  • • 2022 Draft Profile: Conor Geekie has the size and power to make NHL teams salivate, but his skating leaves a lot to be desired
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images He could be a hit, or he could not live up to his profile. His development at the next level will be critical. It’s that time of year again! The first round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft is tonight, Thursday, July 7. The Columbus Blue Jackets will be picking at #6 and #12. Our next profile: Conor Geekie. Conor Geekie Position: CenterTeam: Winnipe...2022
  • • Lost in the Avalanche: Nick Holden
    2022

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  • • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
    2023
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  • • It’s far from doom and gloom for the Avs
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  • • Dear Jakub Voracek
    2022
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  • • Entering a new era at Mile High Hockey
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images There is going to be a slight change in management starting this season. Back in March, we announced that there will be a new leadership group at Mile High Hockey, with the aim of consistency and reliability from your favorite Colorado Avalanche blog. Now, with the 2022-23 season around the corner, we are going to make one small announcement reg...2022
  • • Report: Nathan MacKinnon could be made highest-paid player in the NHL
    2022
  • • Cup Travels: Party in Alberta
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Following the Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup tour and celebrations. As the Stanley Cup traveled West in Canada, the next stop on its tour was for several celebrations in the province of Alberta. To kick off the week Colorado Avalanche assistant coach Ray Bennett hosted the trophy in the town of Innisfail with a long line of hockey fans waiting...2022
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  • • Cup Travels: First stop, Quebec
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Following the Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup tour and celebrations. Now the Stanley Cup celebrations continue as each player and staff member gets their own day with the prestigious piece of hardware. We will also follow along with the journey across the globe. The first stop for the Stanley Cup after departing Denver was the NHL Entry Draft h...2022
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  • • Diving deeper into new Avs goaltender Alexandar Georgiev
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  • • Mikko Rantanen provides a not-so-serious update on the contract status of Nazem Kadri
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  • • Lost in the Avalanche: Nick Holden
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  • • Mikko Rantanen provides a not-so-serious update on the contract status of Nazem Kadri
    2022
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  • • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
    2023
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  • • Report: Nathan MacKinnon could be made highest-paid player in the NHL
    2022
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  • • Colorado Avalanche head into Game 2 missing key members of the lineup
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images The Avalanche will be short handed going into game 2 against Dallas The Colorado Avalanche didn’t only lose the opening game of their series against the Dallas Stars on Saturday night - they lost a few key members of the lineup. Sunday afternoon, head coach Jared Bednar spoke to the media and mentioned that he expects to be without his starting goalt...2020
  • • Diving deeper into new Avs goaltender Alexandar Georgiev
    2022
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  • • Colorado Avalanche 2022 Offseason Predictions: Unrestricted Free Agents
    2021
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  • • Cannon Blasts: NHL players speak out, but the Blue Jackets remain silent
    2020
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  • • 2023 NHL Mock Draft: Connor Bedard is the can’t-miss talent leading the class
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  • • Deadline deals indicate Colorado Avalanche comfortable and confident with roster
    2020
  • • Opinion: Why losing Phillip Grubauer didn’t hurt the Colorado Avalanche
    Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Hear me out on this one... This past offseason, there were two main goals: sign captain Gabriel Landeskog and goaltender Philipp Grubauer to new contracts. They accomplished this for Landeskog keeping him here for eight more years, practically the rest of his career. However, the same couldn’t be said for Grubauer. It seemed more than likely that Grubauer...2021
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  • • Morning Flurries: Has anyone heard from Naz?
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Your daily dose of Avalanche news, along with other interesting stories from around the NHL. All Avalanche Nazem Kadri’s decision is holding up a lot of things in the market. What does that mean for someone who will most likely fill in his spot in the fall if he’s not re-signed such as Ben Meyers? (Mile High Hockey) Colorado Avalanche Captai...2022
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  • • Lost in the Avalanche: Nick Holden
    2022
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  • • 2021 Blue Jackets Draft Prospect Profile: Simon Edvinsson is a huge defenseman, mobile, and confident on the puck
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images Edvinsson is a big, skilled skater with puck control who can be a presence in both zones from the blue line. We are less than a month away from the 2021 NHL Entry Draft (July 23-24), so it’s time to start researching the prospects likely to be selected in the first round. The Columbus Blue Jackets currently hold three picks in that round: #5, #2...2021
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  • • Morning Flurries: Changes are Coming
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  • • The Origin of Teammates and Friends: Jonathan Drouin & Nathan MacKinnon
    2023
  • • 2023 NHL Mock Draft: Connor Bedard is the can’t-miss talent leading the class
    2023
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  • • MHH 2023 Mock Draft
    2023
  • • Looking at the run to the playoffs for the Western Conference
    2023
  • • It’s far from doom and gloom for the Avs
    2022
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  • • Dear Jakub Voracek
    2022
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  • • OPINION: Injuries could derail Avs season
    2022
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  • • Entering a new era at Mile High Hockey
    2022
  • • Report: Nathan MacKinnon could be made highest-paid player in the NHL
    2022
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  • • Diving deeper into new Avs goaltender Alexandar Georgiev
    2022

Dave Sandford rumors, scandals

  • • Dear Jakub Voracek
    2022
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  • • Colorado Avalanche 2022 Offseason Predictions: Unrestricted Free Agents
    2021
  • • Building a Better Broadcast
    2020
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  • • Is the NHL ready to miss another season?
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images There is a strong sense around the league that we might not get another NHL season until the fall of 2021 As the calendar flips to December, it has become abundantly obvious that the NHL’s plan to start the season in early January is nothing more than wishful thinking—despite what commissioner Gary Bettman says. As recently as last week, Bettman...2020
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  • • MHH Roundtable: Looking forward to 2021
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images No new NHL season yet, but there are a few interesting distractions The holidays are upon us, and 2021 is finally on the horizon. With the new year will hopefully come the NHL season. In the meantime, news of new sweaters and World Junior Championship preparations fill the time. The Quebec Nordiques-inspired Reverse Retro alternate sweater for...2020
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  • • Will he stay or will he go? The Brandon Saad dilemma
    Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images The Avs’ newest forward is already dropping MAJOR hints about wanting to stay in Colorado, but can the team afford to keep him past this year? New forward acquisition Brandon Saad should be no mystery to Colorado Avalanche fans. Having spent seven of his nine NHL seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks, the winger has only faced the Dallas Stars (30 games) more...2020
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  • • How the 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were assembled: Part 2
    Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports How did the 2019-20 Avalanche come to be? Earlier this week, we began the deep dive into how every member of the 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were brought into the organization. It all began with the trade for Erik Johnson back in February 2011. Part 1 took us through nearly six years of the build - a time period that brought the core of EJ, Nathan MacKinnon, Ga...2020
  • • Twitter Tuesday: Stadium Series madness, third-period meltdowns and woe-is-me
    Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images It’s been a rough week for the Colorado Avalanche It’s been a rough week for the Colorado Avalanche. A blown third-period lead against the Caps on national television, then another last-minute loss at a poorly-executed Stadium Series and Mikko Rantanen is likely out for the rest of the regular season. Ouch. Let’s talk about it, shall we? What th...2020

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