Avalanche to play four preseason games before 2026-27 NHL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Colorado Avalanche will hold four preseason exhibition games as part of their preparations for the 2026-27 NHL season. Dates for these games have been officially announced, but the complete schedule is expected to be released in July. The NHL is rumored to start the regular season on September 29 after a shorter training camp. In related news, the Hockey Hall of Fame introduced its Class of 2026, featuring notable players like Patrice Bergeron and Carey Price. Meanwhile, the Avalanche's ECHL affiliate, the New Mexico Goatheads, has appointed Zack Stortini as their head coach and unveiled new jerseys for their inaugural season.
- •Avalanche will play four preseason games for the upcoming season.
- •Full schedule expected next month in July.
- •The NHL regular season is rumored to start September 29.
- •Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2026 includes major figures.
- •New Mexico Goatheads hire Zack Stortini as head coach.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Morning Flurries: Avalanche to play four preseason games
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