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Nikola Jokic...
Shawn Drotar

The Nuggets commitment to winning will be tested in free agency

Denver still has holes to fill if they want to seriously compete in the West, but they're willingness to get aggressive in that effort will be telling
2 years ago
Joe Sakic...
Will Petersen

Avs roster won’t look the same, but Sakic is right guy to make tough calls

With several key free agents, Avalanche fans are lucky "Super Joe" is the one who will be making the tough decisions. He hasn't steered us wrong yet
2 years ago
Cale Makar...
James Merilatt

Cale Makar shouldn’t have won the Conn Smythe Trophy

While the 23-year-old defenseman was stellar throughout the playoffs, his teammate was actually Colorado's most valuable player
2 years ago
Russell Wilson...
Andrew Mason

The best first seasons in Broncos history: Honorable mentions

Great things are expected of Russell Wilson. But he'll need a big season to have the best first year as a Bronco in team history.
2 years ago
Marlin Briscoe...
Andrew Mason

Remembering Marlin Briscoe: A legend who was ahead of his time

Briscoe, who died June 27, aged 76, became the first Black quarterback in modern pro football when he started for the Broncos in 1968.
2 years ago
Ask Mase...
Andrew Mason

Ask Mase: How the Manning era can provide a guide for the Wilson years

At some point in the near future, the Broncos will have a higher percentage of their cap tied up in QB than ever before. But Peyton Manning's years offer a guide.
2 years ago
Baron Browning...
Andrew Mason

A player to know at Broncos training camp: Baron Browning

He moved from inside linebacker to edge rusher this spring. But he's caught the eyes of teammates like Bradley Chubb.
2 years ago
Joe Sakic Avalanche trade deadline...
John Davis

Joe Sakic is one win away from surpassing John Elway’s achievements

Both won two titles as players, but if the Avs are able to close out the Stanley Cup Final, Sakic will leapfrog Elway in terms of front office work
2 years ago
Nazem Kadri...
Will Petersen

Avs would get massive emotional boost from Nazem Kadri playing Game 4

While the goalie situation will be critical to Colorado's success later tonight, there's an even bigger issue at hand. The Avs need a spark. And Nazem Kadri's return would provide it
2 years ago
Montrell Washington...
Andrew Mason

Why a left-footed punter helps Broncos returner Montrell Washington

By having right- and left-footed punters in camp, the Broncos are using a Belichickian method to help Washington.
2 years ago
Jared Bednar...
James Merilatt

The Avalanche cut corners, which could come back to haunt them

Colorado decided to be frugal in net and behind the bench, two decisions that could cost them if they squander away a 2-0 lead to Tampa Bay
2 years ago
Ask Mase...
Andrew Mason

Ask Mase: Which under-the-radar Broncos could catch the eye?

The Broncos began their pre-training camp downtime this week, but there is still much to discuss.
2 years ago
Russell Wilson...
John Davis

Russell Wilson makes the silly field day debate a completely moot point

With all of the extra work that the Broncos new quarterback is putting in with his teammates, the impact of skipping one practice is minuscule
2 years ago
Albert Okwuegbunam...
Andrew Mason

How Albert Okwuegbunam has impressed his new Broncos coaches

Okwuegbunam made big plays during OTAs and minicamp, and he showed a "willingness" to block, according to offensive coordinator Justin Outten.
2 years ago
Dalton Risner...
Shawn Drotar

Work in Progress: Broncos offensive line still in formative stages

Even with Russell Wilson at quarterback and a ton of talent at the skill positions, the Broncos offense will only be as good as their o-line
2 years ago
Gabriel Landeskog...
Will Petersen

Avalanche players know legacies can be defined by this Stanley Cup Final

Avs players don't know if they'll get this opportunity again. But each guy understands winning or losing the Stanley Cup can help define a career
2 years ago
Jonas Griffith...
Andrew Mason

Broncos minicamp Day 2 report: Making progress in the ways that matter

Jonas Griffith was among the players who stood out on a day where both the defense and offense had moments to shine.
2 years ago
Melvin Gordon...
Andrew Mason

Broncos minicamp report: Melvin Gordon returns; front seven shines

As Broncos minicamp began, Gordon played catch-up, the front seven disrupted and Albert Okwuegbunam had a big day.
2 years ago
Russell Wilson...
James Merilatt

The Broncos need to back up their words and skip “field day”

Denver's players and coaches talk a good game, saying they're willing to go the extra mile in order to win, but their actions will speak louder
2 years ago
Andrei Vasilevskiy...
Andrew Mason

Five things you need to know about the Tampa Bay Lightning

Standing in the way of the Avalanche is an experienced and talented team looking to cement its place among the NHL's all-time greats.
2 years ago
Ask Mase...
Andrew Mason

Ask Mase: With ownership settled, what comes next for the Broncos?

What's over the horizon with ownership settled? How will the Broncos try to add draft picks for next year? And who's got the inside track at ILB?
2 years ago
DENVER, COLORADO - NOVEMBER 22: Melvin Gordon #25 of the Denver Broncos carries the ball for a touc...
Andrew Mason

Three things to watch for at Denver Broncos minicamp

Melvin Gordon III is expected to take part in the mandatory work, but he's not the only Bronco to watch this week.
2 years ago
(Original Caption) Denver: A happy John Elway leaves the field after his Bronco's defeated Clevelan...
John Davis

The idea of going back to the old Broncos uniforms is a misguided one

The Broncos have enjoyed their biggest successes in the current uniforms, making a nostalgia-driven change a silly and pointless idea
2 years ago
Rob Walton...
Andrew Mason

What do Broncos players want to see from Rob Walton and his ownership group?

Love ... trust ... and the "great advantage" of having the NFL's wealthiest owners. Garett Bolles, Brandon McManus and Pat Surtain II chime in.
2 years ago