Avalanche Injuries Leave Landeskog and Toews Week to Week

Landeskog and Toews injuries not as serious as first feared, per reports

Breathe easy, Avalanche fans—recent updates from Mile High Sticking bring a sigh of relief. It looks like Colorado may have dodged a major bullet with Gabriel Landeskog and Devon Toews. Both stars are listed as week-to-week, not month-to-month or, heaven forbid, season-ending. And here’s a silver lining: there’s no immediate sign that either will miss the upcoming Olympics. Talk about skating on thin ice and coming out unscathed! Situations like this naturally draw attention given how closely Colorado is followed in broader season outlooks and league-wide discussions.

Landeskog’s upper-body injury, which happened during a clash with the Florida Panthers, had everyone holding their breath—especially considering his history with injuries. But, as the dust settles, early assessments suggest things aren’t nearly as dire as first feared. Sometimes, the hockey gods do show mercy.

Devon Toews, meanwhile, took his knock against the Carolina Hurricanes. He’s also in the week-to-week club, though the details are still a bit foggy—like trying to see the puck through a snowstorm. The good news? Reports indicate his recovery timeline shouldn’t stretch out too long. Fingers crossed, toes crossed, and maybe even hockey sticks crossed. Colorado has already seen how quickly games can swing when opponents capitalize early, as happened recently when Carolina jumped out to an early lead.

Even with these bumps in the road, the Avalanche are still seen as a defensive powerhouse. Of course, Toews’ absence will leave a mark—like a skate blade on fresh ice—but the team is ready to adapt. Ilya Solovyov is expected to get another start, while Taylor Makar might get his shot on the fourth line. And keep an eye out: Victor Olofsson could find himself skating with the top line. It’s all hands on deck as the Avs shuffle the lineup, much like other contenders adjusting on the fly during strong runs such as Edmonton’s recent surge led by elite performances.

As everyone waits for more news, Avalanche fans are crossing their fingers for smooth and speedy recoveries. For the latest twists and turns, keep your eyes on Mile High Sticking—because in hockey, you never know what’s around the next corner.