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Gabriel Landeskog’s return to the Avalanche lineup is the feel-good story of the playoffs

Gabriel Landeskog’s return to the Avalanche lineup is the feel-good story of the playoffs

It was a night Colorado Avalanche fans won’t forget as Gabriel Landeskog, three years removed from his last game, made his return to the Avs lineup for Game 3 in their first-round series against the Dallas Stars.

Colorado Avalanche News / Breakaway on SI / April 24
Avalanche Goalie Best in Playoffs Despite Losses

Avalanche Goalie Best in Playoffs Despite Losses

The Colorado Avalanche are down 2-1 in their opening-round series against the Dallas Stars, but they don’t look like a team ready to throw in the towel.

Gabriel Landeskog News / Breakaway on SI / April 24
Avalanche Captain Joins Historic List With Return

Avalanche Captain Joins Historic List With Return

After a brutal leg injury and lengthy recovery process, Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog played in his first NHL game in nearly three whole years.

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The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

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NHL News / Field Level Media / April 24
Stars prevail in OT to spoil Gabriel Landeskog's return for Avalanche

Stars prevail in OT to spoil Gabriel Landeskog's return for Avalanche

Tyler Seguin scored 5:31 into overtime, and the Dallas Stars beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 in Denver on Wednesday night to steal home ice back in their Western Conference Quarterfinal series.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 24
Seguin the OT Hero as Stars Beat the Avalanche 2-1 in Game 3

Seguin the OT Hero as Stars Beat the Avalanche 2-1 in Game 3

After the Dallas Stars‘ late comeback in Game 2, which allowed them to win in overtime and tie the series 1-1, the Colorado Avalanche, now led by their returning captain, Gabriel Landeskog, aimed to reclaim the series lead in Game 3 in Denver, Colorado.

Gabriel Landeskog News / Yardbarker / April 23
Avalanche's Landeskog makes his long-awaited return to lineup

Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog makes his long-awaited return to lineup

After a three-year hiatus, Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog returned to the ice on Wednesday night. 

Watch: Raucous ovation for Landeskog playing first NHL game since 2022
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Gabriel Landeskog News / Daily Faceoff / April 24
Watch: Raucous ovation for Gabriel Landeskog's return

Watch: Raucous ovation for Gabriel Landeskog playing first NHL game since 2022

A triumphant return for one of the game’s cherished stars. 

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Gabriel Landeskog News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23
Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog officially set to return to ice

Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog officially set to return to ice

The NHL proudly announced that Landeskog will play in his first game for the first time in 1,032 days.

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Colorado Avalanche News / Powder / April 23

Avalanche Shatters Snowboarder's Knee Cap in Colorado

A snowboarder was rescued by helicopter after being caught in an avalanche and breaking their kneecap in the Colorado backcountry on Sunday, April 20, 2025, according to a report published by the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC).

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / April 23
Avalanche coach Jared Bednar says ‘good chance’ Gabriel Landeskog plays Game 3

Avalanche coach Jared Bednar says ‘good chance’ Gabriel Landeskog plays Game 3

We are one step closer to a Gabriel Landeskog return to the NHL. Just earlier this week, the Colorado Avalanche announced that Landeskog was activated off long-term injured reserve and would take the pre-game skate.

Colorado Avalanche News / The Hockey Writers / April 22
Avalanche’s Key Factors Heading Back Home With Series Tied 1-1

Avalanche’s Key Factors Heading Back Home With Series Tied 1-1

The Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche’s Round 1 series is tied 1-1 as it moves to Denver for Game 3. The Avalanche performed well in the first two games in Dallas.

Colorado Avalanche News / Daily Faceoff / April 22
Avalanche’s depth could prove fruitful as playoffs progresses

Avalanche’s depth could prove fruitful as playoffs progresses

The Colorado Avalanche weren’t able to extend their series lead in Game 2 of their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Dallas Stars, but

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 22
3 Takeaways From the Avalanche’s 4-3 Loss to the Stars

3 Takeaways From the Avalanche’s 4-3 Loss to the Stars

Coming off a Game 1 win over the Dallas Stars, everything was looking up for the Colorado Avalanche. Even getting just one win on the road gives the Avalanche a slight advantage in the series, but taking both games would be the ultimate coup in what many feel is the best series of the quarterfinals.

Zakhar Bardakov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 20
Avalanche sign forward to entry-level deal

Avalanche sign forward to entry-level deal

The Colorado Avalanche announced that they have signed forward Zakhar Bardakov to a one-year, entry-level deal, per a team release.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 20
Nathan MacKinnon leads Avs to playoff-opening win over Stars

Nathan MacKinnon leads Avs to playoff-opening win over Stars

Nathan MacKinnon scored twice in a three-point performance and goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood won his Stanley Cup playoffs debut as the visiting Colorado Avalanche claimed a 5-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Saturday to open their series.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 20
Takeaways from Day 1 of NHL playoffs

Takeaways from Day 1 of NHL playoffs: Winnipeg, Colorado send messages 

The 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs opened on Saturday with two Western Conference games. The Winnipeg Jets took Game 1 of their series over the St. Louis Blues with a 5-3 come-from-behind win, while the Colorado Avalanche picked up a 5-1 win over the Dallas Stars.  Here are some takeaways from the day's action.

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