Add one more Quebec Nordiques jersey night to the schedule as the NHL approved the Colorado Avalanche to wear their beautiful blue throwback threads on January 29th in Montreal. Even better, the Canadiens are going to wear their home reds for a glorious color-on-color matchup.
The Board of Governors held their meetings at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs this week. Avalanche President of Hockey Operations Joe Sakic was on hand for a rare quote about the team as he details how last year’s playoff disappointment has been a motivator this season.
Also from the meeting of the minds, the NHL is right on projection for $6.9 billion in revenues and therefore the salary cap increase is still expected to jump to $104 million for the 2026-27 season.
The saga on the Olympic facilities in Milan is ongoing but if there’s a rink to skate on everyone still says the situation should be manageable.