The Avs Hockey Podcast

Two Fan's Perspectives on Colorado Avalanche Hockey...and jerseys too.

The Avs Hockey Podcast, Episode #98

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In this show James “Tapeleg” Gralian and Jay discuss trade rumors (whatever those are), Matt Duchene playing some serious hockey, Reto Berra stopping hockey pucks like a boss, Gabriel Landeskog’s two game suspension, and locking Nathan MacKinnon up long-term.  Those topics and much more Avs and hockey stuff in episode #98 of The Avs Hockey Podcast.  Thanks for the download Avalanche fans!

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Scott Parker doesn’t want or need George Parros’ hockey glove so into the crowd it goes.  Classic stuff from two heavyweights.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H6KWv9sKkk[/youtube]

Sportsnet’s Chris Johnston thinks that Reto Berra may be the Avalanche’s new number one goaltender.

Ken Campbell, from The Hockey News, believes the Avalanche should pass on a bridge deal for Nathan MacKinnon and lock 29 up long term.

That time when Peter Forsberg tried to stink at hockey.

The Avs Hockey Podcast, Episode #97

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In this show, Jay, James “Tapeleg” Gralian, and our special guest Wil Shippy from The Ducks Avs Podcast discuss EJ’s new deal, two new Avs jerseys, Reto Berra looking comfortable, and the start of the 2015-2016 Avalanche season.  Those topics and much more Avs and hockey stuff coming at you in episode #97 of The Avs Hockey Podcast. Welcome to the season Avalanche fans and thanks for joining us!

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Twitter accounts/links that helped make this show awesome:

The Avalanche recently released their 20th anniversary team as voted on by the fans.  You can find the team here.

Mile High Sports also chose a 20th anniversary Avs team.  Check it out here.

The Denver Post has a 20th anniversary team too.  Details here.

Follow Brendan McNicholas, Avs Media Relations on the Twitter machine

The Avs salary page on General Fanager

Colorado Avalanche Prospects information from AHP’s good friend, Jori.

New jerseys?  You bet!

The new alternate jerseys were officially released during a public practice at Pepsi Center on October 9th. Schedule here. Cool video here.

Jerseys and details for the Stadium Series game in February.

The Avs Hockey Podcast, Episode #96

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In this show, James “Tapeleg” Gralian and Jay discuss the off season moves by the Colorado Avalanche Hockey Club, the end of the Ryan O’Reilly saga, new NHL rules for the 2015-2016 season, new Avalanche jerseys, our thoughts on the shootout, and the excitement surrounding the outdoor game in Denver.  Those topics and plenty more Avalanche stuff in episode #96 of the Avs Hockey Podcast.  Welcome to the 2015-2016 season, Avs fans!

We discussed the shootout in this show.  Marek Malik’s name came up.  Here’s why.  The goal is amazing.  The reaction by the announcers is just as great.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10eo5cQVKME[/youtube]

Tomas Hertl lets us know that move is okay to use when you score your fourth goal of the game as well.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRtXBt2hyjw[/youtube]

A few links to get you up to date regarding the changes to the current white and burgundy Avs jerseys as well as the accidentally released new alternate Avalanche jerseys.

Here’s Gabriel Landeskog wearing the “newer” burgundy jersey at this season’s NHL Media Tour.

Landeskog getting ready for the on-ice portion at the #NHLMediaTour. He sure looks good in that burgundy & blue. pic.twitter.com/c8akwVpX85

— Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) September 9, 2015

Here’s a closer look at the white jersey changes along with the 20th Anniversary patch.

Join us for our Celebration of Hockey in Colorado on Saturday, Oct. 24! Read More: http://t.co/liI4LTRN8H pic.twitter.com/XbftI8XVRW

— Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) September 9, 2015

And the new alternate jerseys via SportsLogos.net.

Details on the rule changes for the upcoming NHL season.

Be sure to browse around AHP.com to check out some of Jay’s new jersey pickups as well.  He’s been busy!

The Avs Hockey Podcast, Episode #95

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In this show, James “Tapeleg” Gralian and Jay discuss the 2014-2015 Colorado Avalanche season, our highlights, lowlights, MVPs, and LVPs, Ryan O’Reilly’s future with the team, and how the Avs match up against current NHL playoff teams.  Those topics and much more Avalanche and hockey stuff coming at you in episode #95 of The Avs Hockey Podcast.  Thank you for joining us Avs fans.  We hope you enjoy the show.

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The Avs announced their new AHL affiliate on April 17th.  Details here.

How about a few highlights from the season?

Daniel Briere’s 300th career goal on October 13, 2014 was a last-second game-winner in Boston.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVv2rCqyDs8[/youtube]

The Avs scored two goals in nine seconds twice this season.

First, it was Cody McLeod and Matt Duchene on February 16, 2015.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnbCL6vYpXE[/youtube]

Then it was Jarome Iginla and Ryan O’Reilly on April 7, 2015.  These two goals are showcased at 2 minutes and 10 seconds of this highlight video.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTJEz67ErsQ[/youtube]

Speaking of Avs/Preds on April 7, 2015, check out Joey Hishon’s first career NHL goal at 4 minutes and 5 seconds of the video.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTJEz67ErsQ[/youtube]

The Captain celebrates Hishon’s goal in style with a water bottle shower for 38.  Good hockey stuff here.

Nathan MacKinnon’s first career hat trick against the Lightning at Pepsi Center on February 22, 2015.

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fz5j4eNHMQQ[/youtube]