A Star‑Studded Charity Game
The Colorado Avalanche alumni will meet the DU Hockey alumni on August 23 at 5 p.m. MT inside Magness Arena, turning the historic venue into a stage for a night that blends nostalgia with philanthropy.
The Avalanche alumni roster is headlined by Hall of Famers Joe Sakic, Peter Forsberg and Milan Hejduk, complemented by veterans such as Ryan Miller, Tyson Barrie and Andrew Cogliano. Across the ice, the DU alumni will field a strong lineup that includes Paul Stastny, Tyler Bozak, Matt Carle and Will Butcher.
Coaching the Avalanche side will be Michel Goulet and Adam Foote, with Pierre Turgeon, a Hockey Hall of Famer, adding his expertise. The DU alumni will be guided by former coach George Gwozdecky and Joe Colborne, promising a tactical battle that recalls last year’s dramatic shootout.
Last year’s contest ended in an 8‑7 shootout victory for the DU alumni, a result that adds extra intrigue to this year’s matchup and underscores the competitive spirit of the event.
Beyond the on‑ice action, the game serves as a fundraiser for the Colorado Alumni Association’s scholarship program and a variety of local nonprofits, reinforcing the team’s commitment to giving back to the community that has supported them for decades.