Mike Evans

Mike Evans co-hosts 104.3 The Fan’s “Schlereth and Evans,” along with Mark Schlereth. Listen weekdays from 6a-9a. He’s a proud graduate of Syracuse University. Follow Mike: @MikeEvans1043

Do back-to-back wins mean the Avs have escaped the doldrums?

An 8-2 loss to the Blues still stings, but wins over the Kraken and Ducks show that the Avalanche know how to respond to adversity
13 days ago

Championship swagger, a costly gamble and Nuggets nuggets

The Nuggets have come out of the gates looking like a team on a mission, Jamal Murray's injury is costly in more ways than one, and more
20 days ago

The Broncos can’t move forward with Russell Wilson after this season

When experts watch the Broncos game film, they come to the conclusion that Denver's quarterback isn't doing the things he needs to do
28 days ago

Explaining why the Broncos should go all in on tanking this season

While it might seem like a path for those with a loser's mentality, being bad now is the fastest way to be really good in the future
1 month ago

Hungry Avs ready to reclaim Cup after last season’s disappointment

After getting bounced in the first round a season ago, the Avalanche made some roster tweaks they hope will get them back to title form
2 months ago

Broncos facing a must-win in season opener against the Raiders

In his debut as the Broncos head coach, Sean Payton knows the importance of getting off to a good start and building some momentum
3 months ago

With week one looming, are the Buffs actually ready for Prime Time?

After an offseason unlike any other, the Colorado football program finally has to play games, with the hype train barreling down on them
3 months ago

Broncos solution to Jerry Jeudy injury is right in front of them

There's no need for the Broncos to sign a big-name free agent wide receiver; the next man up for Denver is already on the roster
3 months ago

Which Broncos are under the most pressure this season?

On the heels of seven-straight non-playoff seasons, the pressure is on in Broncos Country; but the spotlight is especially bright on some
4 months ago

In year two, Russell Wilson hasn’t earned the benefit of the doubt

A slow start to camp wouldn't be a big deal for most QBs, but after last year's debacle, Broncos fans have every right to worry
4 months ago

The Avalanche’s front office is in desperate need of a comeback

While Joe Sakic and Chris MacFarland had a good week, they need to do more to maximize the Avalanche's championship window
5 months ago

The Nuggets did things the right way, in so many ways this season

From a humble superstar to a player willing to become a defensive stopper, the Nuggets embodied what it takes to win a title
6 months ago

Right here, right now: It’s finally the Nuggets time to shine

Denver has grown up right before our eyes, as the Nuggets have morphed into a championship-caliber team during the playoffs
6 months ago

Could the Denver Nuggets turn into the NBA’s next dynasty?

The deck was stacked against the San Antonio Spurs, as well, but with a model very similar to the Nuggets, the Spurs hoisted five trophies
6 months ago

Nuggets ace championship test in monster Game 2 victory

On a night when they weren't supposed to win, Denver overcame everything being stacked against them to show they're a title-worthy team
6 months ago

The Avalanche face huge uncertainty heading into offseason

With two key players becoming huge question marks and a farm system that hasn't produced of late, Colorado might become a one-hit wonder
7 months ago

Two Nuggets can’t afford to be subpar in monster game with Suns

The stark contrast between how Aaron Gordon and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope played in Games 1 and 2 versus Games 3 and 4 tells the story
7 months ago

As another playoff run starts, the Avs appear poised to defend their Cup

The are five big reasons why Colorado can make another deep playoff run this season, giving them a legit chance to hoist back-to-back Cups
8 months ago

There’s nothing left for the Avs to accomplish (in the regular season)

With a "big" game looming against the Wild, there's no need to worry about anything that happens between now and the start of the postseason
8 months ago

A season-long bumpy ride for the Avs is getting smooth at the right time

Despite having to battle through a Stanley Cup hangover, players leaving via free agency and injuries, Colorado is poised to win the West again
8 months ago

The Broncos are acing free agency with a plan that makes perfect sense

Sean Payton is building Denver's roster from the inside out, creating an identity that the team hasn't had since the Gary Kubiak days
9 months ago

Which team has a better chance of winning a title – the Avs or Nuggets?

Both tenants at Ball Arena have a great chance of making deep playoff runs, but trying to guess which one will go further is tricky business
9 months ago

The Nuggets should have only one response to getting slighted by the NBA

The best team in the Western Conference was ignored and disrespected during All-Star Weekend, which should provide ample motivation
9 months ago

It’s unfair for Russell Wilson to be labeled a villain in Broncos Country

The notion that Sean Payton has to ride into town in order to put a troublemaking quarterback in his place is inaccurate and misguided
10 months ago