several key players on the injury list, with some nearing a return as the team prepares for the Stanley Cup playoffs.
- Dwayne
- Apr 17
- 2 min read
As of April 17, 2025, the Colorado Avalanche are contending with several significant injuries among their roster, although some players are approaching a return as the team gears up for the Stanley Cup playoffs. Here are the latest updates:
Current Injuries
* Gabriel Landeskog (LW): The team captain has been out of action since June 2022 due to a knee injury. Following a cartilage transplant in May 2023, he completed a conditioning assignment with the AHL’s Colorado Eagles, where he recorded one goal and one assist in two games. Landeskog has now rejoined the Avalanche and is anticipated to be available for the upcoming playoff series against the Dallas Stars.
* Josh Manson (D): Manson suffered an upper-body injury on March 19 and was projected to be sidelined until at least April 10. His availability for the playoffs remains uncertain.
* Samuel Girard (D): Girard is recovering from a lower-body injury and was expected to be out until at least March 25.
* Jonathan Drouin (LW): Drouin will miss the remainder of the regular season due to an upper-body injury sustained during the season opener.
* Miles Wood (LW): Wood is out with an upper-body injury and is currently listed as month-to-month, having been placed on long-term injured reserve.
* Artturi Lehkonen (LW): After undergoing shoulder surgery in the offseason, Lehkonen has yet to participate in the 2024–25 season. He is still in recovery and has not been cleared for contact.
Recent Updates
The Avalanche wrapped up their regular season with a 4-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on April 13. Despite resting several key players, including Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and Devon Toews, the team managed to overcome a 2-0 deficit in the third period to secure the win. This victory secured their position as the third seed in the Central Division, setting the stage for a first-round playoff matchup against the Dallas Stars.
