Tag Archives: Colorado Avalanche
The Avs Third Jersey is Here
Yes, I realize this is old news thanks to some pretty accurate leaks. However, now that the Avalanche have an *official* third jersey, I’d like to offer my opinion. This is a pretty poor excuse for a jersey. It recycles … Continue reading
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Tyler Arnason – A Look Back
Remember Tyler Arnason? Of course you do. As forgettable a hockey player as he was here in Colorado, that’s exactly what made him so unforgettable. He was a slow, ineffective, and seemingly indifferent player that put up modest numbers at … Continue reading
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Record Setting Attendance
How bout them Avs? They set yet another record for attendance last night against the Coyotes. Their 11012 butts in the seats is the worst showing ever for the team. Many of you may wonder how this could happen with … Continue reading
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News and Notes for 11/4
- Peter Budaj is all better, and will start tonight against Phoenix. Adrian Dater of the Denver Post also reports that McLeod will play too. – After the Vancouver/Colorado game at GM Place on November 1, a little fight broke … Continue reading
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What Rivalry? This Rivalry – Notes From Saturday
I was at Pepsi Center on Saturday to witness the Colorado Avalanche take on the Detroit Red Wings for the second time this season. While the rivalry on the ice may have cooled, it’s still going on strong in the … Continue reading
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The Boys Are Back in Town
Talk about a successful road trip. The Avalanche went 4-2-1 4-1-2 during their 7 game stretch away from the Pepsi Center and are coming home with some pretty great stories to tell. Craig Anderson is not only a number 1 … Continue reading
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Avs Road Trip Pick ‘Em Contest!
Time for another giveaway! This time, all you need to do is pick the winner of each of the 7 games the Avs have on their upcoming road trip. There will be a tiebreaker question asking how many goals the … Continue reading
The Newest Avs Mascot: Bernie the St. Bernard!
First, let’s get all the obligitory St. Bernard jokes out of the way: The Avs are already in the doghouse, what better mascot than a St. Bernard? You know, the Avs have really driven me to drink lately, so a … Continue reading
Opening Night Jersey Fouls
On opening night, I encountered two particularly egregious jersey fouls I would like to share with you. While their crimes are different, I believe both deserve attention for the questions that arise from their existence. First, the Tyler Arnason jersey. … Continue reading
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How I Spent My Opening Night
Opening Night for the Avs actually started during the morning of October 1st with the installation of the “Joe Sakic Way” sign at 19th and Market streets in downtown Denver. News crews and a handful of fans bore witness to … Continue reading