Preview: The Avs Host “Arch”-Rival St. Louis Tonight

TRENDINGDivision series previewValkyries take down Wings49ers owner suspended, finedWNBA playoffsCBS, Tony Romo part waysStory byStory byPreview: The Avs Host “Arch”-Rival St. Louis TonightDENVER, COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 30: Nathan MacKinnon #29 of the Colorado Avalanche celebrates after scoring a goal during the second against the Los Angeles Kings period at Ball Arena on September 30, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Andrew Maclean/NHLI via Getty Images) | NHLI via Getty ImagesMatthew EdwardsSat, October 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM UTCAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesAvalanche take on the Blues following MacKinnon's 2-goal performanceLouis Blues (1-0, in the Central Division) vs. Colorado Avalanche (1-0, in the Central Division)Denver; Saturday, 9 p.Associated PressNathan MacKinnon Shows Out Big for Avalanche in Season OpenerNathan MacKinnon would post two goals in addition to dropping the gloves with Brandt Clarke of the Los Angeles Kings en route to an incredibly impressive season opener for the Colorado Avalanche.Colorado Avalanche On SIInstant Analysis: Blues Open Season By Taking Down Stars 4-0Hofer pitches 25-save shutout, picks up assist; Snuggerud, Suter each net goal, assist; McTavish scores first goal as a Blue, McMichael gets first St. Louis point; penalty kill 4-for-4 against potent Dallas man advantage; Jiricek good in NHL debut, had potential goal waved off; Toropchenko injuredThe Hockey News - St. Louis BluesAdvertisementAdvertisementAvalanche's Explosive Opening Win Came With One Big Warning SignThe Colorado Avalanche scored a franchise-record eight goals in the season opener, but there is still plenty that needs to be cleaned up.Colorado Avalanche On SIBizarre Stat Highlights Avalanche Season-Opening WinThe Colorado Avalanche have been one of the NHL’s most entertaining teams for over half a decade, and Wednesday night was no different. While their record-setting eight-goal performance and a Nathan MacKinnon fight made for an unforgettable evening vs. the Los Angeles Kings, the Avalanche added another bizarre stat: They scored four power-play goals but […] The post Bizarre Stat Highlights Avalanche Season-Opening Win appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYAvalanche Practice: Power Play Thoughts; L’Heureux, O’Connor UpdatesAfter a day off on Thursday, the Colorado Avalanche were back on the ice for a full team skate ahead […]Colorado Hockey NowMason McTavish scores right away in Blues debut in a 4-0 opening-night win over StarsDALLAS (AP) — Mason McTavish scored only 94 seconds into his first game with the Blues to put them ahead to stay, Joel Hofer stopped 25 shots for his ninth career shutout and St. Louis won 4-0 at Dallas on Friday night in the season opener for both teams.Associated PressAvalanche Set to Face Familiar Foe in Fiery Ball Arena ShowdownThe Avalanche are coming off an eight-goal opener, but Saturday brings a familiar rival and plenty of history to Ball Arena.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheAvalanche Made One Major Change That Could Finally Fix Their Power PlayColorado's second power-play unit crushed it in the season opener.Colorado Avalanche On SIT.J. Hughes' NHL Debut Wasn't Perfect, But There Were Plenty of Promising SignsT.J. Hughes' NHL debut wasn't perfect, but the former Michigan standout showed plenty of flashes that suggest his first career goal — and a more comfortable game at the NHL level — could be coming soon.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheAvalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Reveals What Sparked Fight Against LA Kings PlayerAvalanche's Nathan MacKinnon did everything on Wednesday, then revealed what happened before his unexpected fight.Athlon SportsBlues Starting Lineups For Opening Night Tilt With StarsThe St. Louis Blues and Dallas Stars open their season on Friday night, and during the Blues’ morning skate, the lines have revealed themselves. 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