In theme with the Halloween spirit, the Avs have put forth their scariest performances of the season, getting shutout for the second straight game with a 4-0 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, ending October at 6-2-0 but on a concerningly low note. With the inconsistent St. Louis Blues on the horizon, can the Avs snap this scoring slump and get in the win column before a heavyweight tilt againt Vegas next weekend? Finally, in the wake of the tragic passing of Adam Johnson, is it time for hockey to prov...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 334
The Avalanche got humbled in Pittsburgh for their first loss of the season, getting shutout 4-0. In a game where nothing went right, the only thing you can do is move on to the next one in Buffalo. However, the Avalanche set an NHL record with 15 straight road wins dating back to last season with a 7-4 win over the New York Islanders, outscoring their problems and proving Mikko Rantanen's status as a top ten player. Finally looking around the league at the Frozen Frenzy, the Oilers struggles, Sh...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 333
The Avalanche took down the Stanley Cup favorite Carolina Hurricanes with far from their best performance, but still pushing through with a 6-4 win on home ice. Even without their best performances to start the season, the Avalanche are still undefeated with three games to go in October, all on the road. How will they fare in upcoming matchups with New York Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins? How will the Oilers fare without Connor McDavid? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for ...
Oct 24, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 332
The Avalanche are taking care of business as the season gets underway, starting at an undefeated 4-0 after getting revenge in their first rematch with the Seattle Kraken after a 4-1 win, and smothering the Chicago Blackhawks and Connor Bedard in their first of many matchups with a 4-0 shutout. The win over the Kraken showed a lot of maturity and growth from the Avs, and how they learned their lessons from the playoff series. However, beating the Blackhawks was just a massacre of an overmatched t...
Oct 21, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 331
The wait is over, the Avalanche have locked up Devon Toews to a seven year contract extension, and locked him at a discounted price as well. How perfect is this deal for the team, and how can we expect this deal to age? In game action, the Avs survive the performance of a lifetime from MacKenzie Blackwood and defeat the San Jose Sharks 2-1 in a shootout, in a game they dominated from start to finish as they should. Now moving on to a rematch against the Seattle Kraken, can this revamped version ...
Oct 17, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 330
The Avalanche start the 2023-24 season with a strong message, beating the Los Angeles Kings 5-2 on the road on the back of their superstars picking up where they left off. Mikko Rantanen had a four point night, MacKinnon had three, and Makar was involved in everything, as expected. But how did the new guys look? What are the main things the Avs will have to fix as the season gets underway? Finally, the Avs acquired Caleb Jones from the Hurricanes, finally getting a proper seventh defenseman. Wel...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 329
The rosters are set, and the regular season is finally here for the Avalanche. Frederik Olofsson and Kurtis MacDermid make the forward group, and Riley Tufte clears waivers, meaning the Avs lose no players on the waiver wire. The Avalanche also claimed goalie Ivan Prosvetov from the Arizona Coyotes, and sent Justus Annunen down to the AHL, setting their goaltending tandem for now. Finally, how do the Avalanche stack up in their first game of the season against the Los Angeles Kings? Welcome to T...
Oct 10, 2023•57 min•Ep. 328
The division previews concludes with the one we care about the most, but maybe also the weakest division, the Central Division. With the Avalanche and Stars set to battle it out at the top of the Central division, who will end up coming out on top to win the division? After Colorado and Dallas, is the Central division the weakest in the NHL with Nashville and St. Louis taking steps back? Could the Coyotes end up surprising with a young roster? Finally, who will win the 2024 Stanley Cup? Welcome ...
Oct 09, 2023•48 min•Ep. 327
The division previews for the 2023-24 season move to the Western Conference and continue with the Pacific division. With a lot of apparent seperation in the Pacific with some really good teams at the top, and some really bad at the bottom, the middle of the pack has a lot of competition. Is this the year the Oilers can take over the division with a consistent regular season? How will Vegas avoid a Stanley Cup hangover? Can Calgary bounce back? Can Seattle follow up their impressive sophomore sea...
Oct 09, 2023•41 min•Ep. 326
The division previews continue with the toughest division to predict in hockey in recent memory, the Atlantic division. Can the Buffalo Sabres and/or the Ottawa Senators finally snap their long playoff droughts? Could this be the end of the road for the Bruins or Lightning? Can the Maple Leafs finally win the division? Is this the most competitive division in hockey this season? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! J...
Oct 08, 2023•43 min•Ep. 325
The Preseason is over at last, and the roster has become much clearer with the regular season less than week from getting underway. The Avalanche blew a 3-0 lead to the Vegas Golden Knights, but what're the positives to take away as we move into the regular season and the main roster players start getting reps? Is this defensive depth going to get by in the regular season? Additionally, beginning the division previews for the 2023-24 season with the Metro Division. Welcome to The Tell It Avs It ...
Oct 07, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 324
The preseason nears it's conclusion and the regular season is just a week away. Who impressed the most in a surprisingly fun preseason game against the Stars? Has another preseason game cleared up the competition for the final forward spots any further? Have Ben Meyers or Sam Malinski done enough for a roster spot, or should they spend some time with Eagles to begin the season? Finally, opening the mailbag again at long last! Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Col...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 323
The preseason is halfway over, and this training camp has gone just about as well as the Avalanche could've hoped for at this point. After two more preseason games, the new acquisitions already look strong, and fierce battles have emerged for the final roster spots on the offense, along with several younger players making a name for themselves in the organization. Who's impressed the most after three preseason games? Who will take that final roster spot? Is Annunen ready to back up? Also, is it ...
Sep 30, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 322
The Avalanche lose their first preseason 4-3 to the Minnesota Wild, but have several bright spots shine through that are going to make roster decisions for this team very difficult. The former Dallas Stars of Riley Tufte, Frederik Olofson, and Joel Kiviratna all impressed, along with notable newcomers like Ross Colton and Miles Wood. What else can we expect as the preseason marches on? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Net...
Sep 26, 2023•57 min•Ep. 321
Avalanche Training Camp has begun, and the 2023-24 season is officially underway. It wouldn't be Avs hockey without an extensive injury list, and that's exactly what we've got precisely two days into training camp. Val Nichushkin speaks for the first time since the playoffs, and it went about as expected. Devon Toews reiterated his desire to remain in Colorado, will a deal get done in the near future? Kurtis MacDermid starts camp at forward, but will he get squeezed out with the deep competition...
Sep 23, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 320
Training camp begins Tuesday, and the Avalanche finish the rookie tournament with a perfect 3-0 record. Who impressed the most in the Rookie Tournament? What are the most important stories to watch as we head into training camp? Are there any roster spots to be earned for the younger players? Also, Mike Babcock doesn't even last until training camp after being forced to resign in Columbus, how did anybody think this was going to be a good idea? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home...
Sep 19, 2023•58 min•Ep. 319
The Avalanches signed Tomas Tatar to a one year deal earlier in the week, finally filling that hole on the wing in their top six and finally making this team look like a finished product as training camp is just around the corner. For the first time since the Stanley Cup, the Avalanche look like they have solid depth again, so where will Tatar fit into the lineup? How big of a concern are Tatar's past playoff woes? Also, Pavel Francouz is reportedly not going to be ready for training camp, is it...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 318
We are back! The break is over, and season 4 is here with a bang as Jesse Montano joins the show for the first time as we get caught up on everything Avalanche as training camp is set to begin shortly. One last time, recapping the offseason and what the expectations are going into this coming season with a variation of new additions, and if this team has solved their depth issues. Finally, looking at the three PTOs the Avalanche signed for training camp, and who's most likely to make the team. J...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 317
The offseason season review/preview series concludes with the players who departed from the Avalanche this offseason, reflecting on what they brought to the team and what roles they will fill on their new clubs. Erik Johnson's long tenure ends as he heads to Buffalo. JT Compher gets a big contact from the Red Wings. Alex Newhook is dealt to Montreal. Evan Rodrgues cashes in for a nice contract in Florida. Eller and Nieto head to a revamped Penguins squad. It's a lengthy list after a long offseas...
Sep 03, 2023•53 min•Ep. 316
The offseason season review/preview series continues with the new guys on the team, and looking what impacts these new players could have on the Avalanche. Can Ryan Johansen rediscover his old form with a fresh start? Is Ross Colton a perfect fit for where this Avalanche team is right now? Can Miles Wood bring some presence that the bottom six was missing last season? Will Jonathan Drouin find a new gear once he's reunited with old friend Nathan MacKinnon? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcas...
Sep 01, 2023•46 min•Ep. 315
The offseason season review/preview series continues with the goalies, Alex Georgiev and Pavel Francouz. Georgiev proved to be the backbone of this Avs team last season, and surpassed all expectations placed on him. Can he continue that play this season and establish himself as a bonafide top 10 goalie in the league? When healthy, Francouz was one of the league's best backups, but can he stay healthy enough to support Georgiev this season? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for ...
Aug 30, 2023•41 min•Ep. 314
The offseason season review/preview series continues with everybody's favorite team dad, Jack Johnson. Jack is back for another season, and has been surprisingly good in all of his stint's with the Avalanche over the last two seasons. However, is penciling in Jack Johnson as the 6th defenseman for the season the best move? Just how much can you get out of Jack Johnson at 36 years old? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Netw...
Aug 28, 2023•23 min•Ep. 313
The offseason season review/preview series continues with one of the biggest wildcards heading into next season, Josh Manson. After an expensive investment into Manson last offseason, the Avs were barely able to see him healthy during the season, complete with throwing him out there in the playoff at nowhere near healthy. However, the short stretch of season last year for Manson was actually very solid. What can the Avs expect this season if Manson can stay healthy? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It...
Aug 26, 2023•27 min•Ep. 312
The offseason season review/preview series continues with everybodies favorite topic of debate, Sam Girard. Girard is always a magnet for criticism, but how much of that is actually true? What are the positives to Sam Girard's game that can be expected to carry into next season? Is a player like Girard actually needed on this defense? How much value does his contract hold? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! Join ho...
Aug 24, 2023•33 min•Ep. 311
The offseason season review/preview series continues with one the team's biggest wildcards, Bo Byram. Is this finally the season that Byram can really show everybody what he can do with a fully healthy season? Can Byram eventually grow in a top tier defenseman in the NHL? What are the expectations for Byram to live up to now in his third full season in the league? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! Join hosts Griff...
Aug 22, 2023•39 min•Ep. 310
The offseason season review/preview series continues with the cloud that is going to hang over this upcoming season, Devon Toews entering the final year of his contract. How vital is Devon Toews to the Avalanche's defense, and how much could he make on his upcoming contract? What are the chances that he stays? Is he in line for a career season after a long offseason of rest? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! Join ...
Aug 20, 2023•32 min•Ep. 309
The offseason season review/preview series continues with the two depth players who stuck around this offseason, Andrew Cogliano and Logan O'Connor. Cogliano's veteran leadership is going to be vital in a season without Gabe Landeskog or Erik Johnson, but what can the Avs expect from him on the ice? Will Logan O'Connor see an increased role this season on the third line? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! Join host...
Aug 18, 2023•33 min•Ep. 308
The offseason season review/preview series continues with Val Nichushkin, after his controversial end to what was another strong, if not injury riddled season. Putting the still unexplained playoff absence behind, what can be expected out of Val next season? What can he produce with a fully healthy season after two straight years just under a point per game? Is he the most important player on the offense? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on Th...
Aug 16, 2023•32 min•Ep. 307
The season review and preview series continues with Artturi Lehkonen, after his best season to date. Lehkonen saw a big offensive explosion after being bumped up to the top line and getting significant powerplay time, and has become irreplaceable in the top six. Can he continue to grow offensively and be the perfect role player on the Avs? How will his role change next season? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! Joi...
Aug 14, 2023•28 min•Ep. 306
The offseason season review/preview series continues with the best defenseman in the league, Cale Makar. Despite missing some time, Makar continued his league dominance, but still left some room to improve. Is anything short of another Norris trophy for Cale disappointing? How realistic is 100 points next season? Does anybody in the league even come close? Welcome to The Tell It Avs It Is Podcast, your home for everything Colorado Avalanche on The Hockey Podcast Network! Join hosts Griffin Young...
Aug 12, 2023•41 min•Ep. 305
