Can the Colorado Avalanche bounce back stronger next season? Players like Charlie Coyle and Parker Kelly will play key roles with the club next season, and hopefully help the Avalanche with a promising future. This episode dives into the potential of these key players, exploring Coyle's ideal role as a third-line center and Kelly's rise as a fan favorite. The discussion also touches on Artturi Lehkonen and the potential of Jack Drury and Sam Malinski. We also share our candid reactions to the Av...
May 16, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1136
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Tom Callahan (Locked on Mammoth), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to check in on the second round of the playoffs, before talking about some of the newly hired coaches, including Joel Quenneville and Rick Tocchet! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% of...
May 15, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1135
Can the Colorado Avalanche Navigate Their Draft Dilemma? The Colorado Avalanche face a critical challenge with a shortage of draft picks over the next two years. How will this impact their future in the NHL? We explore the Avalanche's options as they head into the next two drafts with zero picks in the first three rounds. D We also dive into the performances of goaltenders Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgwood, and their roles in the team's evolving strategy. The episode also covers ESPN's new ...
May 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 1134
Today we continue our High or Low series with Ross Colton and Jonathan Drouin. Are we confident in them heading into next season or are these two guys the Colorado Avalanche might want to move on from? We also look at the NHL's Quarter Century Team which features four Avs players. But of course, the way the NHL unveiled it was a little bit odd. Finally we discuss if we think there are any Colorado Eagles players ready to make the jump next season. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! Subscribe to our S...
May 13, 2025•41 min•Ep. 1133
Can the Colorado Avalanche maintain their championship aspirations heading into next season? With the Denver sports scene buzzing, the Avalanche and Nuggets are at the forefront, showcasing their prowess in the NHL and NBA with the Denver Broncos ready to join them. Gabe Landeskog's return from injury and Martin Nečas' contract year are hot topics, as fans eagerly anticipate their impact on the ice. The episode also explores Nazem Kadri's tweet about Mikko Rantanen, sparking a conversation on sa...
May 12, 2025•37 min•Ep. 1132
As the Avalanche gear up for the new season, questions loom over Coach Jared Bednar's job security and the impact of Gabe Landeskog's return from injury. With the team's 30th anniversary on the horizon, fans are buzzing about potential new jerseys and the legacy of the Quebec Nordiques. Explore the dynamics of Mikko Rantanen's move to the Dallas Stars and how it reshapes fan sentiment. Will the Avalanche rise to the challenge and honor their storied past while forging a new path? Tune in for an ...
May 09, 2025•35 min•Ep. 1131
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to talk about the back to back Game 7 comebacks in Round 1 of the NHL playoffs, the Sam Bennett incident vs the Maple Leafs, the upcoming second round series’, and the shock that everyone had with the New York Islanders and Utah Mammoth winning the draft lotteries! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can sp...
May 08, 2025•33 min•Ep. 1130
With potential trades and free agent signings on the horizon, are the Avalanche are gearing up to get themselves back in the mix of a deep playoff run for next season? We explore the buzz around the newly announced Utah Mammoth team and its branding, and dive into the Avalanche's season expectations. We analyze key players like Brock Nelson and Gabriel Landeskog, discussing their roles and potential impacts on the team's strategy regarding lines. Will the Avalanche's evolving strategy lead them ...
May 08, 2025•39 min•Ep. 1129
Can the Colorado Avalanche bounce back after their playoff exit? With the firing of assistant coach Ray Bennett and management's unwavering support for head coach Jared Bednar, the Avalanche are at a crossroads. This episode unpacks the team's strategic shifts, including the impact of the Mikko Rantanen trade and the future of their roster. Front office figures Joe Sakic and Chris McFarland provide insights into the Avalanche's ever evolving strategy Tune in to discover how the Avalanche plan to...
May 07, 2025•40 min•Ep. 1128
Can the Colorado Avalanche bounce back after their playoff heartbreak? With the recent loss to the Dallas Stars, the Avalanche face a pivotal offseason. How will they reshape their roster? Explore the emotional aftermath of the Avalanche's playoff exit and the potential roster changes that could redefine their future. We dissect the team's performance, focusing on key figures like Gabe Landeskog and Nathan MacKinnon. We analyze salary cap challenges and speculate on strategic moves involving pla...
May 06, 2025•37 min•Ep. 1127
Mikko Rantanen was a non factor for the first four for the Dallas Stars in their opening round matchup against the Colorado Avalanche. But once he got going he reminded Avs fans what made him so special, and he sent his former team packing. The Avs had game 7 in their hands. A 2-0 lead in the 3rd. But a Rantanen goal opened the floodgates that the Avs could not shut. Now with their season over, the questions will pour in. We break it all down, like we will for the days and weeks to come. Tune in...
May 04, 2025•43 min•Ep. 1126
Can the Colorado Avalanche's explosive Game 6 victory over the Dallas Stars set the stage for a thrilling Game 7 showdown? With a 7-4 win, the Avalanche, led by stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog, have forced a decisive game in this playoff series. Explore the dynamic play that characterized this "track meet" of a game, where Mikko Rantanen's four-point performance and Cale Makar finally breaking through took center stage. Will MacKinnon finally secure his first Game 7 victory? Tu...
May 02, 2025•40 min•Ep. 1125
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah Hockey Club), and Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far, plus the 2026 ASG is cancelled, and Vancouver needs a new coach Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Won...
May 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1124
Can the Colorado Avalanche overcome the pressure in their crucial Game 6 against the Dallas Stars? With the NHL playoffs heating up, the Avalanche face a must-win situation, and fans are eager to see how star players like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar will perform under the spotlight. We also discuss some NHL awards nominations for players like Gabe Landeskog and Devon Toews, and the latest updates from other playoff series. Finally, why not take a look around the NHL playoffs and chime in on ...
May 01, 2025•38 min•Ep. 1123
Can the Colorado Avalanche overcome their Game 5 setback against the Dallas Stars? We put the Avalanche's inconsistent performance is under the microscope. With star players like Nathan McKinnon and Cale Makar in the spotlight, the team faces mounting pressure to deliver in the upcoming must-win Game 6. We dissect the Avalanche's struggles, from their lack of urgency to power play execution issues. They explore how coaching decisions and player performance could shape the series' outcome. The di...
Apr 30, 2025•37 min•Ep. 1122
Can the Colorado Avalanche maintain their defensive dominance against the Dallas Stars in Game 5? With the Avalanche's impressive performance in Game 4, limiting the Stars to just five shots in the second period, fans are eager to see if they can replicate this success. The psychological battle of playoff goaltending, especially for Dallas's Jake Oettinger, is another focal point, as the Avalanche aim to capitalize on if him Game 4 removal is messing with his head. Will the Avalanche's aggressiv...
Apr 28, 2025•38 min•Ep. 1121
The Colorado Avalanche do that for the rest of the playoffs and they might not lose again. As dominant performance as you can have in playoff hockey, the Colorado Avalanche gave it to the Dallas Stars Saturday night in Game 4 as they rolled to a 4-0 win, topped off by Gabriel Landeskog's first goal since his return and Mackenzie Blackwood's first career playoff shutout. Jared Bednar moved Landeskog to the 2nd line as well as the top power play unit, and Dallas had no answer for it. So back to Da...
Apr 27, 2025•41 min•Ep. 1120
The moment Colorado Avalanche fans have been waiting for, three years in the making, finally arrived. Gabriel Landeskog returned to the ice and played a game with his Colorado Avalanche. But it didn't end the way we all wanted. The Avs dropped Game 3 to the Dallas Stars, another in OT, and now trial the series 2-1. We break it all down, including that power play that failed them yet again. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us directly! https://joinsubtext.com/lock...
Apr 24, 2025•42 min•Ep. 1119
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night), Erica L Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far and which playoff rivalry is the best rivalry, before taking a quick look at some recently fired coaches and what’s next for those teams! Support Us By Supporting Our Spon...
Apr 23, 2025•34 min•Ep. 1118
Can the Colorado Avalanche bounce back after their overtime loss to the Dallas Stars? With Gabe Landeskog's unexpected scratch and a lost 3rd period lead, the Avalanche have good and bad to take away as the series shift to Colorado. We dive into the game 2 action including Logan O'Connor's standout performance and which line combinations seem to be working and which ones do not. We speculate on Landeskog's potential return for Game 3. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! 0:00 Intro: Avalanche lose over...
Apr 22, 2025•45 min•Ep. 1117
Can the Colorado Avalanche maintain their momentum after a resounding 5-1 victory over the Dallas Stars in the NHL playoffs? With an impressive performance and Mackenzie Blackwood's crucial role in net, the Avalanche are setting the stage for taking a commanding 2-0 series lead. We discuss the challenges faced by the Dallas Stars, including significant injuries, and speculate on potential adjustments for Game 2 for both teams. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us ...
Apr 21, 2025•37 min•Ep. 1116
With a stunning 5-1 victory over the Dallas Stars, the Avalanche have set the tone for the series, showcasing their prowess on the ice. Key players like Mackenzie Blackwood delivered a stellar performance, leaving fans and analysts buzzing about his potential impact throughout the playoffs. This episode breaks down the Avalanche's strategic gameplay. The discussion also covers the Stars' struggles, including lack of prodcution from their stars like Jamie Benn and Mikko Rantanen and how with inju...
Apr 20, 2025•37 min•Ep. 1115
Here it is! The crossover episode for the first round series everyone is already talking about! With storylines galore including the much anticipated matchup between Mikko Rantanen and his old teammates, the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars first round series is sure to deliver. Chris Micieli from Locked on Avalanche and Joey Erickson of Locked on Stars covers everything from those big storyline, to x-factors and key players to watch. Tune in and get excited! Subscribe to our Subtext to talk ...
Apr 18, 2025•46 min•Ep. 1114
Can the Colorado Avalanche outmaneuver the Dallas Stars in the NHL playoffs? The two teams are poised for a thrilling showdown. Explore the strategic depth of the Colorado Avalanche as they face off against the Dallas Stars in a highly anticipated playoff series. We dissect the strengths and potential pitfalls of both teams. We also discuss Cale Makar's impressive performance this season and why his chances for MVP recognition are almost never talked about, alongside a comprehensive analysis of ...
Apr 17, 2025•43 min•Ep. 1113
NOTE: Recorded before the Western Conference wildcards and WC2 in the East are set Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are talking about the biggest surprises and disappointments of the NHL season, before talking about which first round match-ups could involve an upset… Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use co...
Apr 16, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1112
Can the Colorado Avalanche's playoff hopes soar with Gabe Landeskog's return? As the Avalanche gear up for the playoffs, the spotlight is on Landeskog's potential impact as well as the strategic goalie choices between Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgwood. We also explore what Jonathan Drouin's contract could look like and Mikko Rantanen's performance expectations against his former team. Will Landeskog's return be the game-changer the Avalanche need? Tune in for an engaging analysis of the tea...
Apr 16, 2025•36 min•Ep. 1111
Gabe Landeskog's triumphant return to the ice after a three-year hiatus is the talk of Avalanche Nation. How will his comeback impact the Colorado Avalanche? We dive into Landeskog's performance with the Colorado Eagles, analyzing his skating, physicality, and how ready he is for the NHL level. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us directly! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonavalanche Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAvalan...
Apr 12, 2025•35 min•Ep. 1110
The next step for the return of Gabriel Landeskog is here, and it is the most significant one yet. Landeskog is heading to the Colorado Avalanche AHL affiliate, the Colorado Eagles, for a conditioning assignment. This allows him to play meaningful games with the Eagles and not count against the Avalanche cap. But the more important thing here is this will be the first live action he has seen in almost three seasons. It's really happening. We also discuss the Avalanche win over the Vegas Golden K...
Apr 10, 2025•36 min•Ep. 1109
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are talking about the playoffs! What are the ideal playoff match-ups this year? Should the format change to 1-8, or keep the Wildcards? Plus, if you could only choose one player to start your franchise with, who do you choose? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances w...
Apr 09, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1108
With the playoffs right around the corner, the Colorado Avalanche have things they are confident in, and things they have concern over. We will tackle the confidence category tomorrow, but for today we look at where the Avs could have concern during their opening round matchup in the playoffs. We also take a look at episode 4 of the Gabriel Landeskog documentary, the most emotional one yet. Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us directly! https://joinsubtext.com/loc...
Apr 08, 2025•38 min•Ep. 1107
