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Reinvigorated Sakic to remain Avalanche GM indefinitely, team sources say — 4dColorado Avalanche legend Joe Sakic will continue as the team’s full-time general manager, with no GM search planned as he resumes day-to-day duties and aims to build toward another title, following his reinvigorated commitment after last season’s playoff setback. He already secured a historic eight-year, $163.2 million contract for star defenseman Cale Makar and will guide the front office for the 2026-27 season and beyond, with the organization expressing strong confidence in his leadership.

Jared Kim Hoping the front office builds depth this time instead of relying so much on the stars again.

11 Dead, Six Missing in Caucasus Avalanche — Sep 7, 2026An avalanche on Mount Mizhirgi in Kabardino-Balkaria killed at least 11 climbers, with six missing and several injured among a group of 33, as rescuers faced rugged terrain and ongoing avalanche risk. Authorities said weather and terrain hampered operations, but Mi-8 and commercial helicopters would be deployed to reinforce the search once conditions improve and investigators are examining possible negligence.

Dana Whitfield Helicopters can't fly in a whiteout no matter how urgent the search is. Rescuers are risking their own lives just trying to reach that terrain.

Alterra Plans $350 Million Resort Investments — Sep 9, 2026Alterra Mountain Company will invest over $350 million for the 2026-27 season across its resorts, funding terrain expansions, snowmaking upgrades, avalanche-safety installations, guest amenities, and employee housing. Key projects include Deer Valley’s Expanded Excellence with the Hail Peak Express adding 200 acres and seven new runs, Tremblant’s Timber Summit expanding terrain in 2027-28 and introducing a new learning area this season, plus remote avalanche control systems at Palisades Tahoe and at Mammoth/June, along with broader snowmaking improvements across several properties.

Nicole Hardy Putting money into snowmaking upgrades across resorts will hopefully lead to more consistent skiing all season long.

Avalanche roars through closed-off Xinjiang glacier as tourists film the scene — Sep 6, 2026An avalanche struck Glacier No. 2 on Muztagh Ata in Xinjiang, sending a wall of snow and ice down the slope in an uninhabited area far from major roads, with no casualties or property damage reported. The event underscores Glacier No. 2’s high-risk status and the authorities’ warnings against entering unopened high-risk zones amid volatile weather, weak signals, and challenging rescue conditions.

Elena Vasquez Glad the closure kept people out of harm's way this time, but footage like this always tempts someone to sneak in for a better shot.

One Dead, 3 Injured After Avalanche at Ski ResortReporting — Jan 11, 2024One person was reported dead and three others were left injured after an avalanche at a ski resort in California on Wednesday. The Placer County Sheriff’s Office confirmed in a statement on Facebook that an avalanche…

Damar Hamlin's Toy Drive AvalancheGood News — FROM 2023As a stadium prayed for a fallen player, fans found his old $2,500 toy-drive fundraiser — and gave nearly $9 million.

Avalanche signs Georgii Merkulov to one-year contractSports — Jul 20, 2026Colorado Avalanche signed forward Georgii Merkulov to a one-year contract, adding a prolific AHL scorer who led Providence in points and should bolster depth for the 2026-27 season. With 11 NHL games on his resume, Merkulov will compete for a depth role as the Avalanche reshape their forward group and look for NHL callups from their extended roster.

Video Captures Skier and Dog Caught In Mountain Avalanche — Jan 12, 2026A serene day on the slopes turned into a harrowing fight for survival when Ares Masip, a backcountry skier in the Pyrenees Mountains of Andorra, triggered a sudden avalanche that swept both her and her loyal dog Cim…

Record Snowfall Sinks Boats and Spurs Avalanche Concerns in Alaska — Jan 2, 2026Juneau, Alaska, is grappling with record-breaking winter conditions as extreme snow and severe weather have already caused multiple boats to sink in the city’s harbor, while authorities brace for potential avalanches…

Hellebuyck Trade Request With NMC Details — Aug 26, 2026Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck has publicly confirmed his trade request, signaling he wants a move ahead of training camp. With teams’ cap space and the Jets’ return value in question, ongoing discussions have kept rumors alive around potential destinations such as the Sabres and Avalanche, while the timeline grows tighter as rosters and cap space solidify.

JD FOSTER: Will Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs End In Disaster Or Prosperity? — Apr 3, 2025“Liberation Day” has come . So what does it mean? Beats the hell out of me. What we know is that President Trump’s avalanche of tariffs was to hit a peak on April 2; not end, mind you; not necessarily “the” peak, as…

Predators trade fan favorite Evangelista to Devils for two 2028 picks — Sep 2, 2026The Nashville Predators traded forward Luke Evangelista to the New Jersey Devils for two 2028 draft picks—a Colorado Avalanche first-rounder and the Devils’ second-round pick—with conditions that could shift the first to Colorado’s 2029 pick, in a move aimed at adding draft capital and flexibility for Nashville. Evangelista, 24, who posted a career-best 56 points last season, leaves as a fan favorite with the Predators citing roster depth and salary-cap considerations as the rationale for the deal.

Maya Lindstrom Two 2028 picks with a possible downgrade to 2029 for a guy putting up 56 points now? That's a lot of faith in draft luck over a proven scorer.

Biden Sets Twitter Ablaze With Speculation About His Health by Appearing to Say He Has CancerReporting — Jul 20, 2022President Joe Biden triggered an avalanche of speculation about his health after a story he told during a speech that was meant to focus on climate change. On Wednesday, Biden told a story about growing up and oil…