2026-10-11
NHL: CULLEN – 20 FANTASY POINTS – Elias Pettersson looks like a new man in Vancouver, Gavin McKenna is starting to find the mark in Toronto, plus Logan Stankoven, Tomas Hertl, Pierre-Luc Dubois and much more! -
TORONTO, ON - OCTOBER 06: Toronto Maple Leafs Left Winger Gavin McKenna (92) skates with the puck during the third period of the NHL regular season game between the Nashville Predators and the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 6, 2026, at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, Canada. (Photo by Julian Avram/Icon Sportswire) Each week, I will take a trip around the league and dig into the numbers to find insights that can help you make better fantasy hockey decisions. This week, Elias Pettersson looks like a new man in Vancouver, Gavin McKenna is starting to find the mark in Toronto, plus Logan Stankoven, Tomas Hertl, Pierre-Luc Dubois and much more!
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Postgame: Avalanche Get Clobbered In Special Teams, Fall 6-3 to Maple Leafs -
The power play struggles of a year ago have seemingly bled into the new season. The Colorado Avalanche, despite going […] The post Postgame: Avalanche Get Clobbered In Special Teams, Fall 6-3 to Maple Leafs appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.
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Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna already earning PP1 and first-line looks: “We’re not just giving that to him… He’s earned that… He’s just a good player, and he’s going to be for a long time” -
After a 6-3 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, head coach Jim Hiller discussed Gavin McKenna’s continued development and growing responsibilities, William Nylander’s five-point performance, Sergei Bobrovsky’s first win as a Leaf, and the status of Chris Tanev. Hiller on William Nylander’s five-point night: Well, he was skating. I think it must have been the first […] The post Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna already earning PP1 and first-line looks: “We’re not just giving that to him… He’s earned that… He’s just a good player, and he’s going to be for a long time” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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Poor defensive coverage, special teams doom Avalanche in 6-3 loss to Maple Leafs -
The Colorado Avalanche had the puck a lot Saturday night at Ball Arena and looked pretty formidable when they had it.
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Maple Leafs Prove They’re a Playoff Team in Win Over Avalanche -
The Toronto Maple Leafs left no doubt that they're a playoff win after they're convincing 6-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche. The post Maple Leafs Prove They’re a Playoff Team in Win Over Avalanche appeared first on HEAVY.
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East Notes: Tanev, Capitals, Lyon -
According to a team announcement, Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev has left tonight’s game against the Colorado Avalanche with an upper-body injury. Tanev finished the contest with a -1 rating in 3:29 of action. Given his recent injuries, Tanev’s new condition will need to be monitored closely. Throughout the past two years, Tanev has […]
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WILL POWER
Nylander ties career high with 5 points, Maple Leafs cool off Avalanche -
WILL POWER Nylander ties career high with 5 points, Maple Leafs cool off Avalanche
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Nylander ties career high with 5 points as Maple Leafs beat Avalanche -
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Avalanche Falls 6-3 to Maple Leafs
MacKinnon Scores Twice for Colorado -
Avalanche Falls 6-3 to Maple Leafs MacKinnon Scores Twice for Colorado
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Nylander ties a career high with 5 points, Maple Leafs beat Avs, 6-3 -
DENVER (AP) — William Nylander and Easton Cowan scored 46 seconds apart late in the second period and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 on Saturday night. Nylander finished with two goals and had a career-high three assists to finish with five points, also tying a career high. Auston Matthews had two The post Nylander ties a career high with 5 points, Maple Leafs beat Avs, 6-3 appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.
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Nylander ties a career high with 5 points, Maple Leafs beat Avs, 6-3 -
DENVER (AP) — William Nylander and Easton Cowan scored 46 seconds apart late in the second period and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 on Saturday night.
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Senators duo launch charitable campaign in support of local children's hospital -
Thomas Chabot and Tim Stützle are pledging to donate $1,872 — a combination of their jersey numbers — to local children's hospital CHEO after each Ottawa Senators win this season. The CBC's Emma Weller has more.
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Leafs’ Chris Tanev leaves game against Avalanche with upper-body injury -
Tanev, who has an extensive injury history, last appeared in the first period of the Leafs’ game against the Avalanche.
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Nathan MacKinnon Warnings to Maple Leafs Proven Absolutely Right -
Before the game even started, the matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Colorado Avalanche looked like a showdown between two elite franchises. Before the game, the Canadian franchise received a warning about star forward Nathan MacKinnon, as Avalanche analyst John Michael Liles appeared on a recent edition of Leafs Morning Take and said […] The post Nathan MacKinnon Warnings to Maple Leafs Proven Absolutely Right appeared first on HEAVY.
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Gavin McKenna Ties Maple Leafs 42-Year-Old Record for Teens -
Toronto Maple Leafs star Gavin McKenna tied a team record as the first 18-year-old player since 1984 to get a point in three straight games.McKenna had an assist on William Nylander’s second-period goal against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night in Denver, which allowed him to tie an old team record in the process.Gavin McKenna […] The post Gavin McKenna Ties Maple Leafs 42-Year-Old Record for Teens appeared first on HEAVY.
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Avalanche’s MacKinnon powers through defence to net fourth goal of year -
Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon powers to the net for a slick goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs midway through the first period.
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Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev exits vs. Avalanche with upper-body injury -
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Blankenburg scores in Maple Leafs debut off beauty feed from Nylander -
Watch as Nick Blankenburg snipes a beauty goal in his Maple Leafs debut against the Colorado Avalanche off a beauty feed from William Nylander.
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Nylander, Cowan score 46 seconds apart to take lead over Avalanche -
Watch as William Nylander fires home his second goal of the game to even the score, only for Easton Cowan to find the net just 46 seconds later to hand the Toronto Maple Leafs a narrow lead in the second period against the Colorado Avalanche.
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Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev ruled out vs. Avalanche due to upper-body injury -
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev left Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche with an upper-body injury and will not return, the team confirmed prior to the start of the second period. Tanev did not play following the 11:08 mark of the first period. He left the game in some discomfort after appearing to overextend…
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Maple Leafs lose Chris Tanev to upper-body injury in Colorado -
Presence on blue line is required for any chance of team success
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Chris Tanev exits game against the Avalanche and won't return -
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev will not return to the game against the Colorado Avalanche after going to the locker room in the first period.
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Nick Blankenburg burns Avalanche in return to Ball Arena -
Nick Blankenburg burns Avalanche in return to Ball Arena
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Avalanche Collapse in Second Period as Maple Leafs Take Command -
Nathan MacKinnon’s electric multi-goal surge ignited Ball Arena, but a relentless Toronto rally and defensive breakdowns left Colorado reeling as the Maple Leafs seized control in Denver.
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Jim Hiller | Pre Game at Colorado Avalanche | October 10, 2026 -
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Open Thread: Toronto Maple Leafs @ Colorado Avalanche (5:00 P.M. MT) -
Raise your hands if you’re excited for a Colorado Avalanche Game Day!
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Saturday Night Hockey on Sportsnet: Toronto vs. Colorado -
Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon go head-to-head as the Leafs continue their road trip against the Avalanche. Watch Saturday Night Hockey on Sportsnet and follow using the NHL Live Tracker.
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Avalanche place promising goaltender on waivers despite impressive stats -
The Avalanche placed goalie Trent Miner on waivers despite a .933 save percentage last season. Here is why Colorado made the move and what could come next.
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Open Thread: Toronto Maple Leafs @ Colorado Avalanche (5:00 P.M. MT) -
After coming home with a split on the road, the Colorado Avalanche are back on home ice for another Saturday night showdown! Tonight, the Toronto Maple Leafs make their only regular season visit to Denver, with a few new faces in their lineup! Colorado Avalanche The Avs return home after splitting their first pair of […]
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Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Game Preview and Best Bets -
Toronto has taken 18 minor penalties already this season. Putting Colorado's lethal top unit on the ice is a losing formula. The post Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Game Preview and Best Bets appeared first on Mile High Sports.
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Why Maple Leafs are dressing 7 defencemen vs. Avalanche -
If you thought Nick Blankenburg’s Maple Leafs debut would come at the expense of another roster defenceman, you thought wrong. Luke Fox explains why the Maple Leafs are going with seven defencemen against the Avalanche.
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Jim Hiller on dressing 11 forwards, 7 defensemen in Colorado: “The forwards would tell you they love 11, and the defense would tell you they don’t like seven” -
Ahead of the game in Colorado, head coach Jim Hiller discussed dressing 11 forwards and seven defensemen, Nick Blankenburg entering the lineup, Kirill Marchenko’s first five games, and Gavin McKenna’s recent performances. With John Tavares away, will Zack MacEwen or Miles Wood dress? Hiller: We’re going to play seven D, 11 forwards. You’re going to […] The post Jim Hiller on dressing 11 forwards, 7 defensemen in Colorado: “The forwards would tell you they love 11, and the defense would tell you they don’t like seven” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #6 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info -
With John Tavares absent due to the birth of his son, the Maple Leafs are running 11 forwards/7 defensemen, with former Av Nick Blankenburg making his Leaf debut on the blue line, for a big Saturday-night test in Denver (7 p.m. EST, Sportsnet). Jim Hiller’s line blender will be getting a work out again tonight. […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #6 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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2026-10-10
Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs: Player prop bets for Blackwood, Toews -
In Blackwood's three starts, he's saved more than 24 shots twice – and both of those games resulted in Avalanche victories. The post Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs: Player prop bets for Blackwood, Toews appeared first on Mile High Sports.
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Nick Blankenburg to make Maple Leafs debut vs. Avalanche -
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Nick Blankenburg to make Maple Leafs debut vs. Avalanche, team to run 11 forwards and 7 defencemen -
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Nick Blankenbrug is set to make his debut with the team on Saturday night against the Colorado Avalanche. Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller confirmed the lineup change when speaking to reporters before the game. He also revealed that the team would be running with 11 forwards and seven defencemen. Leafs…
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Maple Leafs defenseman makes Toronto debut as Jim Hiller announces lineup change -
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a bunch of changes ahead of their game vs. Colorado after being without John Tavares as they debut a new defenseman as well.
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Leafs Without New Dad Tavares Against Avs -
The Toronto Maple Leafs continue their three-game road swing against the reigning President’s Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night, and The post Leafs Without New Dad Tavares Against Avs first appeared on Hockey HotStove.
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L'Avalanche place un gardien au ballotage -
Les Rangers qui ont perdu Igor Shesterkin pour la saison, pourraient le réclamer
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Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs: Key Players to Watch in Saturday’s Matchup -
The Colorado Avalanche look to keep their offense rolling against the Toronto Maple Leafs as Jaden Schwartz, Nathan MacKinnon, and Cale Makar lead the way.
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Maple Leafs Handed Nathan MacKinnon Warning Before Avalanche Game -
The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Colorado Avalanche this Saturday, October 10, at Denver’s Ball Arena.The Canadian franchise is coming off a loss to the Vegas Golden Knights despite taking a 3-0 lead, with the game eventually ending in a 3-4 shootout defeat.After the game against Vegas and ahead of their matchup with Colorado, Avalanche […] The post Maple Leafs Handed Nathan MacKinnon Warning Before Avalanche Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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Avalanche place Trent Miner on waivers -
Miner went 1-0-3 with a .933 SV% and a 2.03 GAA in four NHL appearances last season.
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Why Maple Leafs Traded Nicolas Roy to Avalanche -
The Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t keep Nicolas Roy around very long. They traded for him from the Vegas Golden Knights and then sent him away to the Colorado Avalanche in another trade less than a year later. Now on Saturday, they’ll get to see Roy again. Roy and his Avs will take on the Maple […] The post Why Maple Leafs Traded Nicolas Roy to Avalanche appeared first on HEAVY.
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Preview: The Avs Host the Toronto Maple Leafs at Ball Arena Tonight -
After coming home with a split on the road, the Colorado Avalanche are back on home ice for another Saturday night showdown! Tonight, the Toronto Maple Leafs make their only regular season visit to Denver, with a few new faces in their lineup! Colorado Avalanche The Avs return home after splitting their first pair of […]
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MacKenzie Blackwood could be Rangers target following Shesterkin injury, insider floats -
MacKenzie Blackwood could be Rangers target following Shesterkin injury, insider floats
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Artturi Lehkosen nimi nostettiin esiin Pohjois-Amerikassa – jättisopimus tulossa? -
Artturi Lehkosella on edessään rahakkaiden mahdollisuuksien kausi. The Athletic valitsi jokaisesta NHL-seurasta pelaajan, jolla on tällä kaudella eniten todistettavaa. Colorado Avalanchesta valinta osui suomalaishyökkääjään. – Oli järkevää, että Avs
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Maple Leafs make big lineup change against Avalanche with John Tavares out -
With John Tavares away from the Maple Leafs with the berth of his fourth child, the Maple Leafs were forced to change their roster ahead of their game against the Avalanche.
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Avalanche Place Trent Miner On Waivers -
The Colorado Avalanche have placed goaltender Trent Miner on waivers.
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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche (Oct. 10) Betting Odds -
Among tonight's NHL games is the Toronto Maple Leafs vs. the Colorado Avalanche. Find out who oddsmakers are backing to win. The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche (Oct. 10) Betting Odds appeared first on HEAVY.
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Former Toronto Maple Leafs 23-Year-Old Forward Hit With Brutal Injury News -
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to face off against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night.After losing their most recent game to the Vegas Golden Knights in overtime by a 4-3 final score, the Maple Leafs will be looking to bounce back against Colorado.As the Maple Leafs prepare for their game against the Avalanche, one […] The post Former Toronto Maple Leafs 23-Year-Old Forward Hit With Brutal Injury News appeared first on HEAVY.
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GAME DAY @ COLORADO | Oct. 10, 2026 -
GAME DAY @ COLORADO | Oct. 10, 2026
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Why John Tavares won’t be in Maple Leafs’ lineup vs. Avalanche -
The Toronto Maple Leafs will be without John Tavares when they face the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, after the veteran center and his wife, Aryne, welcomed their fourth child, a baby boy named Tucker. Head coach Jim Hiller confirmed Tavares’ absence Friday after Tavares missed the team’s practice in Las Vegas for family reasons. The […] The post Why John Tavares won’t be in Maple Leafs’ lineup vs. Avalanche appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Colorado Avalanche continue to be on record-setting pace -
Colorado Avalanche continue to be on record-setting pace
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Preview: Leafs @ Avalanche -
No Tavares, but the debut of Miles Wood
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‘Heartbreak on the line’: Gabriel Landeskog talks comeback, sweep, Makar, Alfredsson -
It was a long road back to the NHL for Gabriel Landeskog — only for the Avalanche to be swept in last season’s conference. The Colorado captain dove into all of that and more in a sitdown with Sportsnet’s Luke Fox.
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GAME FOR THE AGES
NHL On Tap: Maple Leafs rookie McKenna, 18, set to face Avalanche's Burns, 41 -
GAME FOR THE AGES NHL On Tap: Maple Leafs rookie McKenna, 18, set to face Avalanche's Burns, 41
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Preview: The Avs Host the Toronto Maple Leafs at Ball Arena Tonight -
After coming home with a split on the road, the Colorado Avalanche are back on home ice for another Saturday night showdown! Tonight, the Toronto Maple Leafs make their only regular season visit to Denver, with a few new faces in their lineup! Colorado Avalanche The Avs return home after splitting their first pair of […]
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Preview: The Avs Host the Toronto Maple Leafs at Ball Arena Tonight -
Colorado faces a retooled Toronto Maple Leafs squat at Ball Arena tonight!
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The Athletic: Artturi Lehkosella on ainekset isoon tilipäivään -
Artturi Lehkosella on tällä kaudella suuret panokset NHL:ssä. The Athletic nosti suomalaishyökkääjän Colorado Avalanchen pelaajaksi, jolla o
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The Athletic: Artturi Lehkonen tulee lyömään rahoiksi NHL:ssä -
The Athletic nosti artikkelissaan esiin yhden pelaajan jokaisesta NHL-seurasta, jolla on tällä kaudella eniten todistettavaa. Colorado Avalanchesta valokeilaan pääsi Artturi Lehkonen. – Oli järkevää, että Avs antoi Lehkosen odot
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NHL Game Preview: Colorado Avalanche at Toronto Maple Leafs with Line Combinations 10/10/2026 -
Toronto Maple Leafs (2-2-1, 5 Pts) at Colorado Avalanche (3-1-0, 6 Pts) Venue: Ball ArenaDate: Saturday, October 10, 2026Time: 7:00 pm EDT / 5:00 pm MDTTV: Sportsnet / Altitude / NHL NetworkRadio:Toronto – TSN 1050Colorado – Altitude Sports Radio 92.5 FM DraftKings Sportsbook Betting Lines: Toronto – Pending verificationColorado – Pending verificationO/U: Pending verification Purchase […] The post NHL Game Preview: Colorado Avalanche at Toronto Maple Leafs with Line Combinations 10/10/2026 appeared first on Inside The Rink.
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Could Maple Leafs Defenseman Debut Against Former Team in Colorado? -
Nick Blankenburg eyes a high-stakes season debut at Ball Arena, facing the Avalanche squad that traded for his veteran depth during last year’s intense Stanley Cup pursuit.
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Maple Leafs’ Jim Hiller thankful for centre depth, explains changes to defence pairs -
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller made some changes to the lineup ahead of Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche, and explained his rationale, following Friday’s practice. John Tavares will miss Saturday’s game due to the birth of his fourth child, Tucker Tavares. Nick Paul will centre Toronto’s second line with Easton Cowan and…
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Avalanche Game 5 vs Toronto Maple Leafs: Back At Home, Lines, Notes & How To Watch -
The Colorado Avalanche (3-1-0) return home for one game to host the Toronto Maple Leafs (2-2-1) at Ball Arena. Puck […] The post Avalanche Game 5 vs Toronto Maple Leafs: Back At Home, Lines, Notes & How To Watch appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.
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Avalanche Takeaways From Win vs. Flames & Scott Wedgewood More Than a Backup -
Also, Avalanche takeaways from loss to Jets.
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Brent Burns Streak: 1,011 Straight Games, Facing McKenna -
Brent Burns is carrying a 1,011-game streak into Saturday night Gavin McKenna was 5 years old when it started. The Maple Leafs rookie faces the Avalanche defenseman at 7 p.m. ET ⬇️ The post Brent Burns Streak: 1,011 Straight Games, Facing McKenna appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Jussi Ahokas saanut lentävän lähdön AHL:ssä – suomalaistykki pistepörssin kärjessä -
Jussi Ahokkaan valmennusura AHL:n Colorado Eaglesissa on alkanut vahvasti. Joukkue on voittanut kaikki kolme otteluaan. Ahokas johdatti viime kaudella Kitchener Rangersin Kanadan junioriliiga OHL:n mestariksi ja Kanadan mestariksi voitettuaan Memorial Cupin. Tälle kaudelle suomalaisluotsi sai uuden haasteen, kun hänet palkattin AHL-seura Colorado Eaglesin käskijäksi. Joukkue on aloittanut kautens vahvasti voitettuaan kaikki kolme otteluaan tällä kaudella. […]
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Deen’s Daily: Impactful Additions; C-Mac Makes Another Trade; Shesterkin Injured -
The Colorado Avalanche have gotten some good games out of their new guys. How have they fared so far? Chris […] The post Deen’s Daily: Impactful Additions; C-Mac Makes Another Trade; Shesterkin Injured appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.
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Avalanche Need to Learn Lessons From Shot-Filled Loss to the Jets -
The Colorado Avalanche put 34 shots on goal in Winnipeg and came away with nothing. Honestly, this is the kind of result that sends you straight to the box score,…
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Toronto Maple Leafs make major lineup changes amid John Tavares' absence -
The Toronto Maple Leafs will be without John Tavares against the Colorado Avalanche, and as a result, head coach Jim Hiller is changing up the lines.
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NHL Predictions: Colorado Avalanche vs Toronto Maple Leafs, October 10th -
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Colorado Avalanche hosting the …
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Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche: Game Preview, Lineups and Odds -
Saturday night's Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche clash promises to be an entertaining one, as both teams look for consistency. The post Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche: Game Preview, Lineups and Odds appeared first on HEAVY.
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Meeting with the Maple Leafs
Colorado Hosts Toronto on Saturday -
Meeting with the Maple Leafs Colorado Hosts Toronto on Saturday
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Gameday 5: Florida Panthers vs Minnesota Wild -
The Florida Panthers (2-0-2) will finally play a home game when they host the Minnesota Wild (2-1-1) this evening at Amerant Bank Arena in suburban Sunrise. Florida finished off its season-opening four-game road trip with a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday. Seth Jones and Matthew Tkachuk scored the goals and Lars Eller and Sam Bennett collected assists. The trio of Tkachuk, Eller and Bennett are all on three-game points streaks and are tied for the club lead in scoring. Jacob Markström made 19 stops and has looked strong in the early days of his return to the franchise that he started his career with. The Wild suffered its first defeat in regulation time when they dropped a 3-2 decision to the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena on Thursday. Defenseman Quinn Hughes had a goal and an assist and former Bolt Blake Coleman scored a power-play goal in the loss. Jesper Wallstadt’s stellar 32-save effort earned him the Third Star
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Colorado College vs USA U18 | NCAA College Hockey | Highlights - October 09, 2026 -
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Colorado Avalanche’s Record Hides a Dangerous Trend Beneath -
Colorado’s 72.4% points pace outpaces their 59.4% goal share by 13.0 points — a red flag for coaches.
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Colorado Avalanche’s Record Is a Mirage — Here’s What Coaches Should Watch -
Colorado’s 72.7% points pace hides a 13.2-point overperformance. Coaches: here’s what the standings don’t show.
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Colorado Avalanche’s Record Is Outpacing Their Performance -
Colorado Avalanche have a 74.3% points pace but only 59.8% goal share — a 14.5-point gap. Coaches should be concerned.
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Conference Finals 2026 Possession Breakdown: 5-on-5 Corsi and xG for Each Matchup -
5-on-5 Corsi and expected goals data for all four Conference Finals 2026 teams — Carolina, Montreal, Vegas, and Colorado. Which matchups were possession contests and which were goaltender-driven variance games?
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Avalanche will be welcoming back two former fan favorites on Saturday night -
Avalanche will be welcoming back two former fan favorites on Saturday night
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Jets Throttled 5-1 by Anaheim, Hangover from the BIG Colorado WIN, Perhaps?
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The Jets weren't ready for a good, young flock of Ducks on Friday night
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Maple Leafs Announce Major Player Absence Ahead of Avalanche Showdown -
The Toronto Maple Leafs revealed that forward John Tavares will be unavailable on Saturday as the Maple Leafs gear up to face their toughest test of the season against the Colorado Avalanche.Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller told Travelling Reports that Tavares had headed back to Toronto as the Tavares family welcomed their newest son, […] The post Maple Leafs Announce Major Player Absence Ahead of Avalanche Showdown appeared first on HEAVY.
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10 things we learned from the Avalanche’s two-game Canadian road trip -
If the Colorado Avalanche were a football team, the backup quarterback would already have a lot of playing time just four games into this season.
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Jim Hiller on returning to Matthews & Nylander on separate lines in practice: “We know what they can do together… We want to see if we can find some more chemistry with some other guys” -
After Friday’s practice, Jim Hiller discussed John Tavares leaving the road trip for his son’s birth, Nick Paul stepping into his 2C spot, the line combinations and defensive pairings, and the upcoming challenge against Colorado. What’s going on with John Tavares? Hiller: John is a proud father again. Great news there. Tucker Tavares, a 10-pounder. […] The post Jim Hiller on returning to Matthews & Nylander on separate lines in practice: “We know what they can do together… We want to see if we can find some more chemistry with some other guys” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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John Tavares Misses Avalanche Game for Birth of Fourth Child -
John Tavares will miss Saturday's game against the Avalanche after the birth of his fourth child 👶 Nick Paul slides into the second-line center spot between Easton Cowan and William Nylander ⬇️ The post John Tavares Misses Avalanche Game for Birth of Fourth Child appeared first on Gino Hard.
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John Tavares ruled out for Avalanche game following life-changing news -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares will miss Saturday's game against Colorado after welcoming his fourth child, and the lineup shuffle is already underway.
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Hats marked safe by this much 🤏 -
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The Flynn Bin: Avalanche start with a bang and a rare MacKinnon fight -
The Avalanche are off to a hot start with lots of action. Check out insight and observations in The Flynn Bin. The post The Flynn Bin: Avalanche start with a bang and a rare MacKinnon fight appeared first on Mile High Sports.
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Leafs’ John Tavares to miss game vs. Avalanche for birth of child -
Tavares, now a father of four, has three points in five games with the Toronto Maple Leafs this season.
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2026-10-09
John Tavares Attends Birth Of Fourth Child, Maple Leafs Make Changes Ahead Of Avalanche Game In His Absence -
With John Tavares attending the birth of his fourth child, he missed Friday's practice and is unavailable for Saturday's game against the Colorado Avalanche. The Toronto Maple Leafs have made some notable changes to the lineup once again.
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How Maple Leafs’ centre depth gives them added flexibility -
Jim Hiller discusses how having multiple centres provides the Maple Leafs with valuable lineup flexibility, as Nick Paul is set to slot into the second line against the Avalanche.
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Don’t look down 😳 -
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Maple Leafs’ John Tavares to miss game vs. Avalanche after birth of son -
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Maple Leafs’ John Tavares unavailable vs. Avalanche following birth of 4th child -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares will miss Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche for a wonderful reason. Tavares and his family welcomed son Tucker Tavares into the world, head coach Jim Hiller revealed to travelling reporters. Miles Wood was called up from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies and will join the team Saturday. It’s unclear…
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John Tavares to miss one game after life-changing-announcement -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares will not play against the Colorado Avalanche as he is going through a truly life-changing event.
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31 Wins Make Avalanche’s Wedgewood More Than a Backup -
Thirty-one wins should buy a goaltender more than the occasional night off for somebody else. Scott Wedgewood gave the Colorado Avalanche that many in 2025, along with a .921 save…
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Penguins Place Ilya Solovyov On Waivers -
According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Pittsburgh Penguins have placed defenseman Ilya Solovyov on waivers. If he clears, Pittsburgh is expected to reassign him to the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Solovyov is already familiar with the waiver wire. A year ago, the former seventh-round pick was claimed by the Colorado Avalanche from the Calgary Flames after […]
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Maple Leafs’ lineup news: Morgan Rielly paired with Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson returns -
It was an eventful practice for the Toronto Maple Leafs, as head coach Jim Hiller altered his lines ahead of Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche. John Tavares is absent from the team with a personal matter, which Hiller will address with travelling reporters following Friday’s session. Miles Wood was called up from the AHL’s…
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Former Avalanche Defenseman Part of Historic Night Now Placed on Waivers -
Former Colorado Avalanche defenseman Ilya Solovyov is back on waivers after the Pittsburgh Penguins made him available Friday.Solovyov made Pittsburgh’s opening-night roster but has yet to play this season. If he clears waivers Saturday, the Penguins can assign him to their AHL affiliate in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton.Colorado claimed Solovyov off waivers from the Calgary Flames on Oct. 3, 2025. He scored his first NHL goal with the Avalanche on Jan. 10, finding the net in a 4-0 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets.Solovyov after capturing his first NHL goal. His stay in Colorado was brief. Ten days after scoring his first NHL goal, Solovyov was traded to Pittsburgh. The Avalanche received forward Valtteri Puustinen and a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Colorado later used the pick to select Shawn Carrier.Solovyov Has Yet to Play This SeasonSolovyov appeared in 14 reg
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Avalanche's Historic Scoring Start Is the Best the NHL Has Seen in 32 Years -
The Colorado Avalanche are off to a historic start to the 2026-27 season.Through their first four games, the Avalanche have scored an astonishing 23 goals while posting a 3-1 record. That puts them in rare company, as no team had scored that many goals through four games to open a season since the 1993-94 Los Angeles Kings, who were led by Wayne Gretzky and head coach Barry Melrose.Wayne Gretzky broke Gordie Howe’s all-time NHL goals record during the 1993-94 season, a mark later surpassed by Alex Ovechkin. Credit: Robert Hanashiro - USA TodayDespite Gretzky putting together a league-leading 13
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