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104.3 The Fan’s Mike Evans analyzes all of the latest happenings with the Colorado Avalanche, the NHL and the Colorado hockey scene.

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    Are Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar and GM Chris MacFarland in trouble if they lose Game 6?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 13:03


    The Avs season is on the line tonight in Game 6 against the Stars. And if they lose, will major changes to the coaching staff or front office be coming? Let's hope that's not the case and Colorado wins in seven!

    How can the Avalanche win Game 6 and send this series back to Dallas? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 11:13


    The Avs have to find a way to win Game 6 or their season will end on May 1. That's not what anyone envisioned when this year began and the roster was overhauled the last few months. How do they get it done? Join Will and Drew!

    What went wrong for the Avalanche in a frustrating Game 5 loss to the Stars? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 11:50


    The Avs gave up a goal in the first nine seconds against the Stars and could never recover in Game 5. Was it bad luck or was there something else going on? Plus, Colorado now must win two to save its season. Join Will and Mike!

    Is Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog suddenly one of the BEST players for Colorado? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 12:13


    Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog scored a goal in Game 4 against the Stars that sent Ball Arena into a tizzy. This is more than just a good story, Landeskog can help Colorado win the Stanley Cup. Join Will and Drew now!

    Why did the Avalanche put Gabriel Landeskog back on the top power play unit? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 10:53


    With the Avs down 2-1 in the series to the Stars, head coach Jared Bednar is shaking things up! It looks like captain Gabriel Landeskog will be back on the top power play and other lines have been shuffled. What does it all mean? Join Will and Drew now!

    Did the Avalanche's terrible power play ruin Gabriel Landeskog's return in Game 3? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 11:36


    The Avs had four power-play minutes to bury the Stars on Wednesday night and couldn't do it, instead losing yet another game in OT. Now, down 2-1 in the series, the Gabriel Landeskog return isn't the biggest story. Join Will and Mike to discuss!

    Is tonight the night Gabriel Landeskog finally returns for the Avalanche? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 11:53


    Not only does it sound like Gabriel Landeskog will play for the Avalanche tonight after 1,032 days, but other changes could be coming as well! How does Colorado take a 2-1 series lead on the Stars? Join Will and Drew now!

    How badly did the Avalanche let the Stars back into their Round 1 series? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 11:53


    The Avs blew a golden opportunity to go up 2-0 on the Stars in their Round 1 series, losing a 4-3 OT heartbreaker. Why didn't Gabriel Landeskog play instead of Miles Wood? And will this now be a dogfight the rest of the way? Join Will and Mike now!

    Are the Avalanche on the verge of putting a stranglehold on the series with the Stars?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 11:35


    The Avs looked fantastic in Game 1 against the Stars, with Mackenzie Blackwood playing great in goal and Nathan MacKinnon adding two goals in a 5-1 win. Can they take Game 2 tonight and have firm control of the series? Join Will and Drew now!

    Are the Avalanche being secretive about Gabriel Landeskog's status? Or do they truly not know?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 10:46


    Neither Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar nor GM Chris MacFarland will reveal if captain Gabriel Landeskog will be on the ice for Game 1 against the Stars. Is this gamesmanship, or is the franchise still not sure what they want to do? Join Will and Mike now!

    How electric will Gabriel Landeskog (potentially) playing on Friday night for the Eagles be? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 12:31


    It sure looks like Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog has a shot to play on Friday night for the Colorado Eagles. How electric will the building be if so? Just look at the ticket prices! Join Will and special guest Drew Spevak to break it down now!

    Does it makes sense for Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog to play with the Eagles? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 12:23


    Avalanche head coach Jard Bednar didn't rule out Gabriel Landeskog potentially playing a game or two with the Colorado Eagles. Is that rehab work a good idea? Plus, other good injury news for the Avs. Join Will and Mike now!

    Did Erik Johnson spill the beans about Gabriel Landeskog? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 10:40


    Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson made some interesting comments to the NHL on TNT crew about a possible return for Gabriel Landeskog. How do you read it? Plus, an epic comeback in Chicago to steal two points! Join Will and Mike now!

    Are the Avalanche in a bit of a slump before the playoffs? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 10:52


    The Avs lost their second straight game at Ball Arena on Monday night, somehow losing to the Calgary Flames with a 2-0 lead and more than 10 minutes left. Are the guys in a slump waiting for the postseason to start or what is going on? Join Will and Mike now!

    Can Nathan MacKinnon win the Hart Trophy as the NHL's MVP again? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 11:13


    Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon extended his home point streak to an absurd 22 games in a 5-2 win over the Red Wings on Tuesday night. He also scored a wild goal. Is MacKinnon going to be a rare back-to-back NHL MVP? Join Will and Mike now!

    Is a Gabriel Landeskog playoff return imminent for the Avalanche? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 10:17


    Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog practiced for a fourth straight time on Monday, even pumping his fist after he scored a goal. Is a postseason return imminent? Plus Colorado kicks off a four-game homestand tonight. Join Will and Mike now!

    The Avalanche lost because of a ridiculous ref moment against the Leafs | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 11:34


    The way the Avs lost on Wednesday was insanely frustrating, as NHL referee Kelly Sutherland fell over in embarrassing fashion, lost an edge and stopped a clearing attempt with his body. How in the world did that happen? Join Will and Drew Spevak now!

    Is Gabriel Landeskog likely to return to the Avalanche in the playoffs? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 12:21


    Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog is not only skating with the team, he's now traveling as well. Is a return for the postseason going to happen? Plus, wrapping up the emotional Mikko Rantanen return. Join Will and special guest Drew Spevak now!

    What will the reception be like for Mikko Rantanen in his return to Ball Arena? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 10:10


    The Avalanche play the Flames on Friday night, but all eyes are already on Sunday with Mikko Rantanen's return to Denver. Will he get booed by the fans? Cheered after a tribute video? A mixture of both? Join Will and Mike to discuss further!

    Are the Avalanche going to win the Stanley Cup? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 11:20


    Are the Avs in a good position to win the Stanley Cup after taking six in a row at home? It looks like they could so Will and Mike are talking about it now after a big trade deadline and winning streak from the team!

    Where is the Gabriel Landeskog situation headed? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 11:02


    Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog has a docuseries coming out, a profile in The Athletic and a curious Instagram conversation making the rounds. What does it all mean? Join Will and Mike now to discuss!

    Did the Avalanche basically rule Gabriel Landeskog out for the year? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 11:53


    Avs GM Chris MacFarland made an interesting comment at his press conference on Monday, and captain Gabriel Landeskog is likely out for the year. Was this surprising or time it was said? Plus, a trade over the weekend. Join Will and Mike!

    Are the Avalanche ready to get hot and go on a run? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 10:07


    The Avalanche smacked the Devils 5-1 on Wednesday night as they kicked off an important six-game homestand. With Nathan MacKinnon playing at an absurdly high level, is this the catalyst to a hot streak? Join Will and Mike!

    What is the biggest problem facing the Avalanche as the trade deadline approaches? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 10:28


    The Avalanche get ready for a long home stand with the trade deadline coming in the middle of it. What answers does the front office need to figure out? Join Mike to break it all down

    What will Team USA need to do to win their showdown against Team Canada? | Mile High Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 10:17


    Team USA got the better of Canada in their first matchup. Will they be able to match that same intensity this time on their home soil?

    Has the 4 Nations Face-Off exceeded your wildest expectations? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 11:28


    We knew that the players would enjoy playing for their country, but has it been such a positive experience that it will give the players a boost when they return to the regular season?

    How good were the Avalanche superstars in the 4 Nations Face-Off opener?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 10:07


    Avs star Nathan MacKinnon scored the first goal of the 4 Nations Face-Off and Team Canada won a dramatic 4-3 OT game against Team Sweden. Cale Makar and Devon Toews also played a ton and had key moments. What were the biggest takeaways? Join Will and Mike!

    What did we learn about the Avalanche before the 4 Nations break?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 10:00


    The Avalanche have played nearly 70 percent of their regular season, as the NHL pauses for the 4 Nations face-off. What did we learn about Colorado and what grade have the Avs earned thus far? Join Will and Mike now!

    Why can't the Avalanche score on the road right now? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 11:58


    The Avs were shutout in Vancouver on Tuesday night and are just 1-3-0 away from Ball Arena since the Mikko Rantanen trade. How does this offense get going in the next two games and start producing goals? Join Will and Mike as they offer up some solutions!

    Is Avalanche goalie Mackenzie Blackwood the key to winning a Stanley Cup? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 11:06


    Avs goalie Mackenzie Blackwood is coming off back-to-back shutouts and Colorado outscored its opponents 7-0 in a great homestand. With some things still to be figured out on offense, is Blackwood the key to a second title in four years? Join Will and Mike!

    How do the Avalanche get rolling with the Mikko Rantanen trade in the past? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 11:50


    The Avalanche just wrapped up a 1-2 road trip after the Mikko Rantanen trade, but probably deserved more than two points. How do they get rolling with the big move now almost a week old? Will has special guest Myck Miller from FOX31 to discuss!

    Why did the Avalanche trade Mikko Rantanen so early? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 12:24


    The Avalanche stunned the NHL world when they traded Mikko Rantanen, especially doing it six weeks before the deadline. Why was this move made now and is GM Chris MacFarland's legacy on the line? Join Will and Mike to discuss the shocking development.

    How will the Avalanche deal with the bad Valeri Nichushkin news? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 12:58


    Avs head coach Jared Bednar revealed bad news on Wednesday, as forward Valeri Nichushkin suffered a setback and there's no timeline for his return. How does Colorado navigate this and what went wrong in a 3-2 OT loss to the Jets? Join Will and Mike now!

    Why can't the Avalanche get on a roll? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 9:50


    The Avs have not been able to win back-to-back games the entire month of January and looked flat in a disappointing 3-1 loss to the Wild. Is this a product of an 82-game grind, or something else going on? Join Will and Mike now!

    Is Avs goalie Mackenzie Blackwood a Vezina candidate? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 11:27


    Avs goalie Mackenzie Blackwood stole a game against the Rangers, and he still hasn't given up more than two goals in any game in a Colorado uniform. Is he creeping into the Vezina Trophy conversation as the NHL's best goalie? Join Will and Mike now!

    Why can't the Avalanche get healthy? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 11:10


    The Avs return home to face the Rangers tonight, but they're still not healthy. Valeri Nichushkin is going to miss more time, Sam Girard is out and Miles Wood isn't back. Plus, the mystery of Gabriel Landeskog continues. Join Will and Mike to discuss it all!

    What went wrong for the Avalanche in Chicago? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 10:24


    The Avs outshot the Blackhawks 36-20 on Wednesday night, but somehow fell 3-1 on the scoreboard to lowly Chicago. What went wrong and is it a cause for concern or just a blip on the radar? Join Will and Mike now!

    How are the Avalanche winning gritty games again? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 10:41


    The Avs won a showdown 3-1 with the defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers on Monday, thanks to some excellent goaltending from Mackenzie Blackwood and timely goals. How refreshing is it Colorado can win these types of games? Join Will and Mike now!

    How did the Avalanche ground the Jets and gain ground? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 9:04


    Don't look now, but the Avalanche are just nine points back in the Central Division after defeating the Jets 5-2 on New Year's Eve! What worked well and with a five-game winning streak, how big of a run can Colorado go on? Join Will and Mike now!

    How have the Avalanche's new goalies saved their season? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 11:02


    Avalanche goalies Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood have Colorado fans excited, as winning a Stanley Cup this season seems possible once again. Join Will and Drew now as they discuss the red hot Avs and why this turnaround happened!

    How do the Avalanche kick things into gear? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 10:57


    The Avs have had an up and down season through 33 games, and the fans are ready for them to get hot and go on a run. How does that happen? Join Will and Mike now as they offer up solutions for Colorado to start rolling and jet up the standings!

    How concerning was the Avalanche's game in Vancouver? | Mile High Hockey Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 9:17


    The Avs were nearly shutout on Tuesday night by the Canucks, dropping to 18-15-0 on the season. Do the superstars need to do more for Colorado to make a real push in the standings? Join Will and Mike now to discuss the disappointing outcome and look ahead!

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