Colleen Flynn
@chnflynn.bsky.social
Writer for Colorado Hockey Now. Also a chef and sommelier.
Nathan MacKinnon has broken a thousand. The significance of his milestone ⬇️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/10/m...
MacKinnon Makes NHL History with 1,000th Career Point
Superstar forward Nathan MacKinnon earned his 1,000th point to become the 100th player in NHL history to do so. He is the fourth-fastest active player to hit the milestone in his 856th game, following...
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March 11, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Nathan MacKinnon has broken a thousand. The significance of his milestone ⬇️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/10/m...
The Avs have increased their chances of winning a Cup at a pivotal point in the season. What they did to move up the top contenders list 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/10/w...
Why the Avs’ Cup Chances Surged Down the Stretch
It’s been a whirlwind of a week for the Avalanche but the changes have significantly increased the team’s chances of winning the Stanley Cup — for several reasons. “The management believing in this gr...
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March 11, 2025 at 12:13 AM
The Avs have increased their chances of winning a Cup at a pivotal point in the season. What they did to move up the top contenders list 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/10/w...
EJ isn't in the Avs lineup vs the Leafs, but keep an eye out for who's shoveling snow during the intermissions 😂 ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/08/e...
Erik Johnson Will ‘Bring a Good Balance’ to Avs
Avalanche fans hoped it would happen and it did — Erik Johnson has returned to Colorado. The 36-year-old defenseman does not know his role with the team just yet, but he is certainly an important piec...
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March 8, 2025 at 11:50 PM
EJ isn't in the Avs lineup vs the Leafs, but keep an eye out for who's shoveling snow during the intermissions 😂 ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/08/e...
Nichushkin made Mittelstadt's job "pretty easy" and has found chemistry on the second line. How his return has affected the Avs in just three games 👇https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/05/flynns-take-what-a-difference-nichushkin-makes-in-avs-success/
Flynn’s Take: What a Difference Nichushkin Makes in Avs’ Success
Valeri Nichushkin’s puck-handling skills and vision on the ice are outstanding. He is the epitome of a playmaker and the team suffers when he is out of the lineup. A perfect example of his abilities w...
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March 6, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Nichushkin made Mittelstadt's job "pretty easy" and has found chemistry on the second line. How his return has affected the Avs in just three games 👇https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/03/05/flynns-take-what-a-difference-nichushkin-makes-in-avs-success/
The Avalanche missed Valeri Nichushkin, as shown in the 5-1 win over the New Jersey Devils. And he didn't even get on the scoresheet. How he made a difference ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/27/n...
Nichushkin’s Return Boosts Avs in Victory Over New Jersey Devils
The Avalanche realized what a difference one player can make to a team. Valeri Nichushkin helped boost his team to a 5-1 win over the New Jersey Devils Wednesday night. His skill and size have been no...
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February 28, 2025 at 1:20 AM
The Avalanche missed Valeri Nichushkin, as shown in the 5-1 win over the New Jersey Devils. And he didn't even get on the scoresheet. How he made a difference ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/27/n...
What the Avs need to work on after back-to-back losses👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/24/1...
10 Observations: Avs Need Production Outside of the Top Line
The Avalanche lost back-to-back games against lower-seeded Central Division rivals and only scored one goal in each matchup. It was expected for teams to return a bit rusty after the long 4 Nations br...
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February 25, 2025 at 1:18 AM
What the Avs need to work on after back-to-back losses👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/24/1...
What legendary company did Cale Makar join with his 400th point 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/23/c...
Cale Makar Makes NHL History with Outstanding Assist
Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar earned his 400th career point and made NHL history against the St. Louis Blues on Feb. 23. Makar shot the puck from the blueline and Devon Toews deflected it past Blues...
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February 24, 2025 at 12:21 AM
What legendary company did Cale Makar join with his 400th point 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/23/c...
What the matchup between the Central Division rival Avs and Blues 👀 like 👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/23/a...
Avalanche Game 59 at St. Louis Blues: 2nd of Back-to-Back for Both Teams; Lines, Notes & How to Watch
The Colorado Avalanche (33-23-2) face off against Central Division foe St. Louis Blues (25-26-6) on the second of back-to-back games for both teams. The puck is scheduled to drop at 4:13 p.m. MT. The ...
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February 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
What the matchup between the Central Division rival Avs and Blues 👀 like 👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/23/a...
The Avs' energy was high before hitting the road for a back-to-back.
What they said about getting back at it after a long break ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/21/a...
What they said about getting back at it after a long break ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/21/a...
Avs Look to Continue Pre-Break Intensity, Momentum on the Road
A back-to-back on the road is not ideal after a long break but the Avalanche are ready to get back at it. Tuesday was an optional skate. Wednesday was nearly full participation and Thursday was hard d...
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February 22, 2025 at 1:03 AM
The Avs' energy was high before hitting the road for a back-to-back.
What they said about getting back at it after a long break ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/21/a...
What they said about getting back at it after a long break ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/21/a...
Necas scored the game-winner but who else stood out in the Avs win over the Oilers 🤔https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/08/flynns-daily-avs-go-into-4-nations-break-on-a-high-pens-win-without-2-top-scorers-donato-nets-a-doozy/
Flynn's Daily: Avs End on a High Before Break; Pens Win Without 2 Top Scorers; Donato Nets a Doozy
The Colorado Avalanche earned two points before the 4 Nations break and other team's highlights around the league.
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February 8, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Necas scored the game-winner but who else stood out in the Avs win over the Oilers 🤔https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/08/flynns-daily-avs-go-into-4-nations-break-on-a-high-pens-win-without-2-top-scorers-donato-nets-a-doozy/
Avalanche Game 57 at Edmonton Oilers: Lines, Notes & How to Watch ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/07/a...
Avalanche Game 57 at Edmonton Oilers: Lines, Notes & How to Watch
The Colorado Avalanche face the Edmonton Oilers for the final matchup of the regular season and last game before the 4 Nations break.
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February 7, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Avalanche Game 57 at Edmonton Oilers: Lines, Notes & How to Watch ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/07/a...
The Avs look to keep up the winning momentum on the road before the 4 Nations break coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/04/a...
Avalanche Surge Ahead of the 4 Nations Break
The Colorado Avalanche earned two consecutive shutout wins before hitting the road for three games ahead of the two-week 4 Nations break.
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February 4, 2025 at 11:15 PM
The Avs look to keep up the winning momentum on the road before the 4 Nations break coloradohockeynow.com/2025/02/04/a...
Martin Necas' first goal in burgundy and blue was exceptional 😲 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/31/m...
Martin Necas Scores Sensational First Goal with Avalanche | Colorado Hockey Now
Avalanche forward Martin Necas scored his first goal since joining the team in a trade from the Carolina Hurricanes for Mikko Rantanen.
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February 1, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Martin Necas' first goal in burgundy and blue was exceptional 😲 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/31/m...
What the coaches said about their teams facing each other 👇
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Coach's Perspective: What Avs are Focused on vs Blues | Colorado Hockey Now
The Colorado Avalanche face off against division rival St. Louis Blues for the first of four matchups this season.
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February 1, 2025 at 2:01 AM
What the coaches said about their teams facing each other 👇
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Martin Necas has four points and Jack Drury has two goals in just three games with the #GoAvsGo.
What contributed to their quick success 🤔⬇️
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What contributed to their quick success 🤔⬇️
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What Helped Necas and Drury Adjust Quickly to Avs | Colorado Hockey Now
Colorado's two new forwards have had to adjust quickly to a different system and teammates but have been successful in two games.
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January 31, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Martin Necas has four points and Jack Drury has two goals in just three games with the #GoAvsGo.
What contributed to their quick success 🤔⬇️
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What contributed to their quick success 🤔⬇️
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What's done is done. My opinion piece post-Mikko Rantanen trade 👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/27/f...
Flynn's Take: Aftermath of Mikko Rantanen Trade, What Happens Now? | Colorado Hockey Now
The aftermath of the Mikko Rantanen trade is still reeling and some fans are looking to place blame for the major change.
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January 28, 2025 at 12:39 AM
What's done is done. My opinion piece post-Mikko Rantanen trade 👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/27/f...
It was a game of firsts and I'm still hearing a "ding" 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/26/1...
10 Observations: New Avs Contribute in Victory | Colorado Hockey Now
The Colorado Avalanche have been through a traumatic transformation in the last 36 hours but are figuring out how to make it work.
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January 27, 2025 at 2:06 AM
It was a game of firsts and I'm still hearing a "ding" 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/26/1...
"It’s good accountability, but I think sometimes he’s a little too hard on himself in those situations."
What the #GoAvsGo said about taking responsibility for mistakes ⤵️
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What the #GoAvsGo said about taking responsibility for mistakes ⤵️
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Why Accountability is Important for Avalanche (+) | Colorado Hockey Now
Avalanche elite defenseman Cale Makar held himself accountable for a costly mistake in the 3-2 overtime loss to the Jets.
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January 24, 2025 at 7:42 PM
"It’s good accountability, but I think sometimes he’s a little too hard on himself in those situations."
What the #GoAvsGo said about taking responsibility for mistakes ⤵️
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What the #GoAvsGo said about taking responsibility for mistakes ⤵️
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Miles (Wood) was all smiles and Mackenzie Blackwood was loud and disruptive after practice yesterday 🤔👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/23/p...
Practice Report: Locker Room Vibe Better than Postgame | Colorado Hockey Now
The energy and atmosphere for Thursday's practice was much brighter than after the 3-2 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets.
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January 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Miles (Wood) was all smiles and Mackenzie Blackwood was loud and disruptive after practice yesterday 🤔👇 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/23/p...
Ross Colton has one point in his last five games but it's not for lack of effort. How he's played with Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen 👇https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/22/has-ross-coltons-move-to-the-top-line-been-successful/
Has Ross Colton's Move to the Top Line Been Successful? | Colorado Hockey Now
Avalanche forward Ross Colton has been scoreless in the last two games on the top line with Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen.
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January 23, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Ross Colton has one point in his last five games but it's not for lack of effort. How he's played with Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen 👇https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/22/has-ross-coltons-move-to-the-top-line-been-successful/
Val Nichushkin's return creates a challenge for head coach Jared Bednar. What the lineup could look like when he's back in 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/19/f...
Flynn's Take: What Will Lineup Look Like When Nichushkin Returns (+) | Colorado Hockey Now
Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin is nearing a return which creates a challenge for head coach Jared Bednar's lineup.
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January 20, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Val Nichushkin's return creates a challenge for head coach Jared Bednar. What the lineup could look like when he's back in 🤔 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/19/f...
"He got the job done."
What Scott Wedgewood said about the 6-3 win over his former team in his first start since suffering a lower-body injury ⬇️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/18/s...
What Scott Wedgewood said about the 6-3 win over his former team in his first start since suffering a lower-body injury ⬇️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/18/s...
January 19, 2025 at 3:32 AM
"He got the job done."
What Scott Wedgewood said about the 6-3 win over his former team in his first start since suffering a lower-body injury ⬇️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/18/s...
What Scott Wedgewood said about the 6-3 win over his former team in his first start since suffering a lower-body injury ⬇️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/18/s...
Head coach Jared Bednar said his team needs to improve game management after the Oilers loss. What he and Mackenzie Blackwood said about the matinee matchup against the Dallas Stars 👇https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/18/avs-ready-for-afternoon-showdown-with-dallas-stars/
Avs Ready for Afternoon Showdown with Dallas Stars | Colorado Hockey Now
The Colorado Avalanche face their Central Division rival, the Dallas Stars in an afternoon game at Ball Arena.
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January 18, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Head coach Jared Bednar said his team needs to improve game management after the Oilers loss. What he and Mackenzie Blackwood said about the matinee matchup against the Dallas Stars 👇https://coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/18/avs-ready-for-afternoon-showdown-with-dallas-stars/
What makes Mackenzie Blackwood a special goaltender ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/17/h...
How Mackenzie Blackwood Gave Avs a 'Chance to Win' | Colorado Hockey Now
The Colorado Avalanche lost 4-3 to the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday despite Mackenzie Blackwood's solid goaltending.
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January 18, 2025 at 1:55 AM
What makes Mackenzie Blackwood a special goaltender ⤵️ coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/17/h...
The Avalanche forward is on the verge of a career milestone 🔽 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/16/k...
Key Player to Watch in Avs vs Oilers: Jonathan Drouin | Colorado Hockey Now
Avalanche forward Jonathan Drouin is on the verge of a career milestone and ready for a tight matchup against the Edmonton Oilers.
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January 17, 2025 at 12:36 AM
The Avalanche forward is on the verge of a career milestone 🔽 coloradohockeynow.com/2025/01/16/k...