What Happened
The Colorado Avalanche are set to face the Utah Mammoth on December 23, 2025, at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. This matchup marks the Avalanche’s return to the ice following a three-week Olympic break for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The Avalanche currently hold a record of 37 wins, 9 losses, and 9 overtime losses, while the Mammoth stand at 30 wins, 23 losses, and 4 overtime losses.
Why It Matters
This game is significant as it kicks off a demanding schedule for the Avalanche, who will play five games in seven days, including back-to-back contests. The team is currently leading the NHL standings, six points ahead of the second-place Tampa Bay Lightning. However, they will be without key player Nathan MacKinnon, who is resting after participating in the Olympics and sustaining a minor injury during the tournament.
What’s Next
Following the game against the Mammoth, the Avalanche will face the Minnesota Wild on December 25 at Ball Arena. The team is expected to have several players returning from injury, including Gabe Landeskog and Martin Nečas, while the status of defenseman Devon Toews remains uncertain. The Avalanche aim to maintain their top position in the league as they navigate this challenging stretch of games.
