Episode
Worst Case "What If" Questions Heading Into Next Season For the Colorado Avalanche
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- Aug 19, 2026
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- 2778
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Summary
Colorado Avalanche face a make-or-break season as pressure mounts for a second Stanley Cup with their current core. Could a disappointment spell the end for coach Jared Bednar? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson weigh the franchise-shifting consequences if the Avs fall short, debate the stakes of Cale Makar’s contract negotiations, and explore tough what-if scenarios around goaltending and Brent Burns’ Iron Man streak. With insights into fan experience, streaming frustrations, and blackout challenges, the hosts break down how Avalanche supporters consume hockey today. Dive into sharp analysis of roster expectations, looming coaching decisions, and the evolving landscape for both on-ice performance and off-ice engagement in the NHL. Will this be the year Colorado cements its dynasty or reloads for a new era?