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Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Solar Bears Face Elimination After Shutout Loss To Everblades
POSTGAME: Gabe Landeskog and His Two-Point Night Highlight Demanding Game 4 Win Over Stars Denver, Colo. - The Colorado Avalanche stamped their mark on Game 4 with a resounding 4-0 win over the Dallas Stars to tie the series at 2. Samuel Girard put on one of his best performances of the season, capped off with the fourth goal of the game in the third period. Mackenzie Blackwood earned his first ever postseason shutout in just his fourth ever postseason performance. 3:05 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Will Gabe Landeskog's return help the Avalanche beat the Stars in the Playoffs?
Will Gabe Landeskog's return help the Avalanche beat the Stars in the Playoffs? (Image Credit: Getty Images) Gabe Landeskog is finally back on the ice after 1,032 days. The Colorado Avalanche captain returned in Game 3 of their Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Dallas Stars. Fans at Ball Arena gave him a hero's welcome, chanting his name and celebrating every moment he played. But even with all the excitement, the Avalanches lost in overtime and now trail 2-1 in the series. So, the big question is: can Gabe Landeskog's return help the Avalanche win? Gabe Landeskog's comeback brings hope and power Gabe Landeskog didn't just skate around, he made an impact from the start. On his very first shift, he knocked down teammate-turned-opponent Mikko Rantanen, showing he still has the power and presence that made him a great captain. He played 13 minutes over 18 shifts, which is solid for someone who hasn't played in nearly three years due to knee surgery. A special moment for Landeskog ❤️💙 Even though he still looked a bit rusty, his leadership and energy were clear. The Avalanche haven't had a deep playoff run since Gabw Landeskog left the lineup, and that's not a coincidence. His return brings hope, experience, and motivation, all things a team needs when they're down in a series. Game 4 is a must-win, and with Landy on the ice, fans believe they have a fighting chance. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Avalanche have enough talent to win without him But not everyone agrees that Gabe Landeskog is the game-changer. Some believe that if Colorado needs a player who has not played in years to win, then they're in trouble. The Avalanche already have stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, plus key new players like goalie Mackenzie Blackwood and forwards Brock Nelson and Charlie Coyle. This team was already one of the strongest in the NHL before Gabe Landeskog returned. In Game 3, the excitement around Gabe Landeskog didn't lead to better results. The Stars out-shot the Avs 14-5 in the first period, and the team didn't seem to feed off the emotion. Hockey is a team game, and even with Gabe Landeskog, everyone has to step up. If the Avalanche are waiting for just one player to carry them, the Stanley Cup dream could end early. Also Read: NHL Playoff Intensity Soars After Gabriel Landeskog's Return
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Avalanche Big Guns Need To Start Firing
It's hard to win hockey games when you don't score goals. After exploding for five in Game 1, the Colorado Avalanche were limited to four goals total in Games 2 and 3. Bookmark The Hockey News Colorado Avalanche team site so you never miss the latest news, game day coverage, and information on the Avalanche players. This cannot continue. Advertisement For the Avalanche to advance past the Dallas Stars, things have to change. The players responsible for carrying the offensive load need to step up. The big guns need to start firing. Trending Avalanche Stories Avalanche Fall to 2-1 in the Series in Gabe Landeskog's Return Avalanche Fall to 2-1 in the Series in Gabe Landeskog's Return Denver, Colo. - 1,032 days. That's how long it's been since Gabriel Landeskog has played in an NHL game. On Wednesday, for the first time since June 26, 2022, Landeskog took the ice in an NHL game. Avalanche Lineup Today Features Big Changes 'I Can't Say Enough': Jared Bednar Praises Avalanche GM For New Additions Advertisement Former Avalanche Goalie Has Regrettable Performance Former Avalanche Goalie Will Be Free Agent Avalanche's Makar Is Potential Witness In Hockey Canada Trial Avalanche's Makar Is Potential Witness In Hockey Canada Trial The trial involving the 2018 Team Canada World Juniors team is scheduled to start on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Valeri Nichushkin Valeri Nichuskin scored the Avalanche's only goal against the Stars in Game 2. That said, he has a lot more to give the team. He has only scored one goal on eight shots in three games. That shooting volume is fine, but fine shouldn't be enough for Nichuskin, who is playing nearly 22 minutes a night. Martin Necas Martin Necas was a great addition to the Avalanche for the regular season. Now that it's the playoffs, it's time for him to prove if he is a big-game player or not. Advertisement In three games, he has one assist, and four shots in 22:43 of ice time per game. For someone who plays with Nathan MacKinnon as much as he does, Necas has to dig deep down and find more offense to give. Brock Nelson Things aren't rosy for Brock Nelson in the playoffs right now. He hasn't had great success with faceoffs (44.2 percent) and isn't producing offensively (zero points) despite playing in the Avalanche's top-six forward group. It's probably no accident that both Nichushkin and Nelson are struggling (considering they are linemates). It may be up to Jared Bednar to mix up the top-six so that the players who aren't having success on the scoresheet can get the boost that they need to begin producing. Advertisement Things aren't dire yet, however, if the Avalanche can't turn things around on home ice on Saturday, the players may be practicing their golf swings earlier than expected. Add us to your Google News favorites and never miss a story.
Axios
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Axios
Avs captain Landeskog activated from injured reserve amid playoff push
The captain's back. The big picture: Colorado Avalanche winger Gabe Landeskog was activated from long-term injured reserve, though it's unclear whether he'll play in Monday night's Stanley Cup playoff game against the Dallas Stars. Coach Jared Bednar hinted that Landeskog could replace Ross Colton, who was injured in Game 1. Between the lines: Landeskog has been sidelined since the 2021-22 season while recovering from a right knee injury. Why it matters: He played a critical part in Colorado's 2022 Stanley Cup title and his return could reignite the team's title aspirations. State of play: Denver is currently up 1-0 in their first round playoff series against the Stars. Flashback: Landeskog hasn't played with the Avs since the last game of the Stanley Cup Final against the Tampa Bay Lighting on June 26, 2022.
