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Colorado Avalanche have agreed to a one-year contract with defenseman Christian Wolanin for the 2026-27 season, a move that could see him primarily suiting up for the Colorado Eagles in the AHL.
The Colorado Avalanche stayed silent on Saturday while the Nashville Predators secured Mavrik Bourque with a six‑year deal. Meanwhile, Jason Robertson’s talks with the Dallas Stars have stalled, and pending offer sheets for Barrett Hayton and Leo Carlsson add urgency to the upcoming decisions.
The Avalanche have agreed to a one‑year contract with Christian Wolanin, a 31‑year‑old defenseman whose AHL accolades and NHL journey bring both skill and lineage to the club.
Colorado Avalanche have added a seasoned blue‑liner to their roster, inking veteran defenseman Christian Wolanin to a one‑year, two‑way contract that blends NHL readiness with AHL flexibility.
With a single year left on his deal, Artturi Lehkonen remains a pivotal figure for the Colorado Avalanche, blending offensive clutch moments with a reliable two‑way game despite a history of injuries
After a brief, memorable spell with the Colorado Avalanche, Nick Blankenburg is poised to hit unrestricted free agency, with Nashville emerging as the most logical destination for both hockey and personal reasons.
With Cale Makar set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer, the Colorado Avalanche must balance his looming contract talks with negotiations surrounding Artturi Lehkonen's extension, a deal complicated by injury history, rising cap projections, and comparable player valuations.
After stints with the Seattle Kraken and St. Louis Blues, where he captured a Stanley Cup in 2019, Schwartz signs a multi-year contract aimed at reinforcing Colorado’s offensive arsenal.
Beckett Hamilton, drafted by the Colorado Avalanche in the 2026 NHL Draft, shares his thoughts on the transition from the Western Hockey League, his influences, and his vision for the future with the Avalanche.
A look at the blockbuster deal that sent Al MacInnis to St. Louis and brought Phil Housley to Calgary, its immediate ripple effects, and the lasting legacies of the players involved.
The Philadelphia Flyers' aggressive offer sheet for Leo Carlsson sends shockwaves through the league, influencing future negotiations for star players and reshaping team strategies.
The San Jose Sharks have added several AHL‑ready players and announced the dates for their Rookie Faceoff event, while other NHL teams also made notable moves.
The Nashville Predators have signed forward Chase Bradley to a two‑year, two‑way contract, adding depth and versatility to their roster.
The Wild are exploring a potential trade for Jack Hughes, a 25‑year‑old center who won Olympic gold and remains under an $8 million annual contract. To make room, Minnesota is weighing offers that could involve Kirill Kaprizov and a pursuit of Dylan Larkin, while navigating limited cap space and a need for top‑six forward depth.
The latest offseason transactions across the NHL feature a front‑office exit in Colorado, a top 2026 prospect’s entry‑level deal with San Jose, and Sergei Bobrovsky’s move out of Florida, while other teams hint at further changes.
The Nashville Predators announced the hiring of Dawson Sprigings, the ex‑Colorado Avalanche analytics leader, as assistant to general manager, while GM Chris MacFarland continues reshaping the roster with former Avalanche players.
Swedish prospect Ivar Stenberg, selected second overall in the 2026 NHL Draft, has agreed to a three‑year contract with the San Jose Sharks, joining a tradition of veteran mentorship that includes his brother Otto and fellow Swede Alexander Wennberg.
The Avalanche will join five other NHL teams in a six‑team Rookie Faceoff event hosted by the San Jose Sharks, offering young talent a chance to make a strong impression before camp.
After a five‑year, $22.5 million deal, Jack Drury moves from the Colorado Avalanche to the Nashville Predators, bringing his defensive prowess, faceoff excellence and family connections to a team poised for growth.
The Avalanche will participate in the 2026 Rookie Faceoff Tournament hosted by the San Jose Sharks, with matches scheduled for September 12, 13 and 15.
The Ducks will join the Sharks, Kings, Avalanche, Mammoth and Golden Knights in a tournament that runs from September 12‑15, with two games confirmed against Colorado and Los Angeles.
The University of Denver's hockey program is sending a record number of players to NHL development camps this summer, offering a glimpse of future professional talent.
The San Jose Sharks have agreed to a one‑year, two‑way contract with forward Tye Felhaber, a move that bolsters their roster ahead of the upcoming season.
The Predators announced the hire of Dawson Sprigings, who spent seven years with the Colorado Avalanche, contributing to a championship and a Presidents’ Trophy.