About this episode

Zach Pearson discusses the Colorado Avalanche's upcoming NHL season schedule and key matchups that could impact their playoff chances.

Colorado Avalanche gear up for an expanded 84-game NHL schedule, opening the season at home against the LA Kings on September 30. Can the Avalanche outpace the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars in a Central Division race that may come down to the wire? Host Zach Pearson spotlights critical stretches—including nine back-to-backs, the coveted Winter Classic clash in Utah, and pivotal end-of-season showdowns with Minnesota—that could shape the team’s postseason fate. Plus, Zach Pearson reacts to EA Sports NHL 27’s cover reveal, discusses Macklin Celebrini’s headline-making selection, and revisits iconic Avalanche cover moments featuring Cale Makar and the unforgettable Philip Grubauer Lake Tahoe look. Which games are Avalanche fans circling on their calendars, and did the schedule set the team up for success or a grueling grind? Don’t miss this fast-paced breakdown of Colorado’s anticipated quest for another Stanley Cup run

People in this episode

Host: Zach Pearson

Topics covered

• NHL schedule
• Colorado Avalanche
• Stanley Cup
• back-to-back games
• Winter Classic
• playoff race

Keywords

• Avalanche schedule
• NHL 27
• Macklin Celebrini
• Cale Makar
• Philip Grubauer
• Stanley Cup run
• back-to-backs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Colorado Avalanche, EA Sports

Products: NHL 27

Places: Utah

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