Recap: Opening night mayhem leads to 8-4 Avalanche win

TRENDINGCowboys-Steelers tradeYankees oust Red SoxOgunbowale breaks WNBA recordFantasy Football Trade TipsWard brushes off threatsStory byStory byRecap: Opening night mayhem leads to 8-4 Avalanche winDENVER, COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 30: Nathan MacKinnon #29 of the Colorado Avalanche throws his helmet during the third period against the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena on September 30, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Andrew Maclean/NHLI via Getty Images) | NHLI via Getty ImagesJackie KayThu, October 1, 2026 at 5:35 AM UTC·4 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesMacKinnon Drops the Gloves, Avalanche Drop Eight on Kings in Opening-Night RoutNathan MacKinnon scored twice and dropped the gloves with Brandt Clarke as the Avalanche erupted for eight goals in an emphatic 8-4 opening-night win over the Kings.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalanchePostgame: MacKinnon Scores Twice, Drops Gloves as Avalanche Cruise Past Kings 8-4The depth of the Colorado Avalanche’s relentless offense was on full display on opening night. But their superstar center was […]Colorado Hockey NowMacKinnon has 2 goals and a rare fight in the Avs' 8-4 victory over the Kings in openerNathan MacKinnon scored twice in a four-goal second period and capped his night with a rare fight, and the Colorado Avalanche opened the season with an 8-4 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night. Hours before the game, Colorado coach Jared Bednar was given a four-year contract extension. Bednar, who led Colorado to the 2022 Stanley Cup title, was in the final year of his current contract.Associated PressAdvertisementAdvertisementKings’ Defensive Woes Return In Season-Opening Loss To Avalanche.Los Angeles showed offensive promise, but Colorado’s high-powered attack exposed the Kings’ defensive struggles in an 8-4 season opener.The Hockey News - Los Angeles KingsPreview: Avalanche & Kings meet for much-anticipated season openerHow will this season start for the Colorado Avalanche?SB NationAvalanche Game 1 vs Los Angeles Kings: Opening Night! Lines, Notes & How To WatchThe Colorado Avalanche open the 2026-27 season at Ball Arena, facing the Los Angeles Kings in the first game of […]Colorado Hockey NowGame Preview: Avalanche Open Season With Kings RematchThe Avalanche open the season against the Kings, the same team they swept out of the playoffs just four months ago.The Hockey News - Colorado AvalancheTST Best Bets: September 30, 2026The Los Angeles Kings open their 2026 season on the road against the Colorado Avalanche.The Sporting TribuneOpen Thread: Colorado Avalanche vs. LA Kings (8 p.m. MT)I think we will do open threads a little differently this year, now that the new SB Nation app offers real-time updates! We will still drop the need-to-knows here (lineups, where to watch/listen, etc.), but we’ll keep it brief early and update as the game progresses! It’s been 127 days since the Colorado Avalanche last […]SB NationWhat to Know Before Avalanche Drop the Puck on 2026-27 SeasonHere's all to know ahead of the Colorado Avalanche kicking off their 2026-27 NHL season in hosting the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena to begin their 31st season of hockey in Colorado.Colorado Avalanche On SIKings vs Avalanche Game Preview: Kings Hockey is BackThe Kings start their 2026-27 NHL season tonight against the Colorado Avalanche.The Hockey News - Los Angeles KingsPractice Report: Avalanche Short a Forward On Opening NightThe regular season starts Tuesday, the Colorado Avalanche play on Wednesday night, and the final practice before everything gets going […]Colorado Hockey NowKings open new season with previous playoff foeAfter their 2026 postseason ended with a sweep at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche, the Kings travel to Denver to open a new campaign tomorrow.The Sporting TribuneKings vs Avalanche Prediction, Odds, Start Time: NHL Expert Pick TonightIf you want more Action Network content, be sure to add us as a preferred source on Google. The Kings visit the Avalanche in an NHL matchup tonight with aAction NetworkT.J. Hughes Ready to Show Off Hard Work in Avalanche Season OpenerThe Colorado Avalanche are ready to begin their 31st season in Colorado by opening their season through hosting the Los Angeles Kings, with rookie T.J. Hughes in the Colorado lineup.Colorado Avalanche On SIAvalanche Take Unusual Approach With 20-Man Opening RosterAll to know on the Colorado Avalanche's roster- which contains only 20 names - and key insight to know ahead of the franchise's regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Kings.Colorado Avalanche On SIAvalanche news: The 2 Colorado forwards who will miss season openerThe Colorado Avalanche are preparing to open the regular season on Wednesday night as they host the Los Angeles Kings. The team has had plenty of injury concerns heading into the season. The Avalanche got good news about Gabriel Landeskog , as well as about Cale Makar. Meanwhile, the team just got bad news about two other players , per Corey […] The post Avalanche news: The 2 Colorado forwards who will miss season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsKings Set Opening Night Roster for 2026-27 SeasonThe Kings have finalized their 2026-27 opening night roster, with Drew Doughty, Adrian Kempe and Artemi Panarin among the names leading the way.The Hockey News - Los Angeles KingsDeen’s Daily: Avs Hockey Begins Tonight!; Cogliano Promoted; Recapping Night 1The Colorado Avalanche open the season tonight! Will they get off to another strong start, as they did a year […]Colorado Hockey NowAvalanche Enter Opening Night With Little Room for ErrorThe Avalanche's championship-caliber core remains intact, but a lean opening roster puts added importance on the depth surrounding its stars.Colorado Avalanche On SI