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Nathan MacKinnon's home points streak ends in Avalanche shootout loss to Rangers
It turns out Nathan MacKinnon is human after all. The Avalanche star and Hart Trophy frontrunner ended a historic home point streak to start this season at 35 games. He failed to record a goal or assist Thursday night in a home loss in a shootout, 3-2, to the Rangers. MacKinnon's home point streak stands as the second-longest in NHL history behind only Wayne Gretzky (40).
Mark Kiszla: Is Alexandar Georgiev the weakest link in Avalanche's quest for Stanley Cup?
In the white-hot glare of NHL playoff pressure, will Colorado goalie Alexandar Georgiev blink? We’re fixing to find out. There was something in the air at Ball Arena when the Avalanche took the ice Thursday night against the New York Rangers. It smelled like playoff tension, with a hint of baloney from all the interlopers in the stands chanting “Let’s go, Rangers!” ...
Nuggets guard Reggie Jackson visits Colorado Springs hospital, surprised by former Palmer coaches, teachers
Reggie Jackson walked through the doors at UCHealth Memorial Hospital North expecting to surprise patients with his visit. However, as Jackson entered the facility, the Denver Nuggets guard flashed his patented smile and extended his arms to greet a slew of people from his past. A handful of Jackson’s high school teachers and coaches at Palmer connected with the former Terrors basketball star during his visit at UCHealth Memorial Hospital...
Tristan Broz’s game-winner gives DU Pioneers win over UMass in first round of NCAA Tournament
Over 90 minutes into a win-or-go-home hockey game, it becomes a battle of will, more than talent. It’s fitting that junior forward Tristan Broz — a player who's been asked to do so much for his team over the last six weeks — was the one to deal the knockout blow for Denver.
Stars status uncertain for Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves matchup Friday
The stakes will be high when the Timberwolves and Nuggets tip off Friday at Ball Arena, but there's no guarantee the biggest stars will be on the court. Nikola Jokic, on track to win his third most valuable player award, is again listed on the official injury report as probable with low back pain and left hip inflammation. He missed Saturday's game in Portland but has played in the two games since. Jamal Murray is listed as questionable with right knee inflammation. Knee and ankle issues have held Murray out of Denver's last three games. Zeke Nnaji and Vlatko Cancar, neither of whom will play Friday, are the only other players on Denver's injury report.
Denver police deploy 'covert assets' at hotel-turned-homeless shelter after recent deaths
Struggling to secure a hotel-turned-homeless shelter, the Denver police have decided to deploy "covert assets" to the building that has been the setting of seven deaths since January, not counting the shooting of a woman on Wednesday. That shooting occurred despite an increase in security measures following a double homicide at the homeless shelter less than two weeks ago. In response to growing security concerns at the former DoubleTree hotel...
Lakewood City Council rejects proposal to remove low-level crimes
The Lakewood City Council on Monday flatly rejected the idea of removing "low-level" crimes, such as trespassing and public urination, particularly when committed by homeless people. The city's civic awareness subcommittee, which raised the idea, had asked the council to approve researching the effects of eliminating what it called “crimes...
New High Line Canal trail improvements, all-terrain wheelchairs make open space accessible in Aurora
Melissa Chavez grew up hiking, camping and fishing, excited for her children to experience the same things she did. Then her son, Anthony, was born with Joubert Syndrome — a rare genetic condition that left him unable to do most of the things she grew up doing. For the...
Broncos closely watch quarterback Drake Maye at North Carolina pro day
At least Drake Maye didn’t say, “Let’s ride.” That was the catchphrase from Russell Wilson, the quarterback released by the Broncos earlier this month after two seasons. Instead, Maye, a quarterback who took center stage Thursday at North Carolina pro day, told NFL Network he wanted to “let it ride.” While many quarterbacks during pro days throw about half that total, the former Tar Heels star tossed 70 balls as...
Denver dad creates unique employment program for young adults with autism
A lifetime ago, Danny Combs worked on platinum albums with Grammy and Oscar-winning artists and won a Grammy Enterprise Award for a program he designed for Nashville schools. Then everything changed in 2009 with the birth of his first son, Dylan, who was diagnosed with autism. “When we learned that...
Pinemelon online grocery platform expands to Boulder
Denver-based online grocery platform Pinemelon has plans to expand into the Boulder market, company officials said Wednesday. Pinemelon is looking to pioneer the shopping experience buy keeping its commitment to strengthen local food systems and deliver quality groceries directly to customer's doorsteps from local farmers, ranchers and producers. “We are...
Colored eggs and scrambled eggs: Easter brunches and egg hunts around metro Denver
Church goers, early risers and spring lovers will have a plethora of activities and meals to partake in this holiday weekend with Easter brunches and egg hunts occurring all across metro Denver. Other than Easter services, holiday fun will continue in the region on Sunday with delicious eats and family-friendly...
Hasan Minhaj, Minnie Driver coming to Denver | Arts news
Comedian Hasan Minhaj will headline closing night of 2024 SeriesFest, when once each year, Denver becomes the center of the TV universe for a week. Minhaj, who won an Emmy Award for his Netflix series “Patriot Act,” will perform May 5 at Red Rocks. SeriesFest, running May 1-5...
Colorado Republicans pick Greg Lopez to run in special election to fill Ken Buck's vacant US House seat
A Republican committee on Thursday night nominated Douglas County Republican Greg Lopez to run in a June special election to serve out the remainder of former U.S. Rep. Ken Buck's term. Pitching himself as a "placeholder" candidate, Lopez argued that since he isn't running in the June 25 Republican primary for Buck's seat — which will appear on the same ballot as the special election — his nomination wouldn't tilt the scale toward any of the primary candidates and instead let voters decide who to...
Colorado Republicans pick Greg Lopez to run in special election to fill Ken Buck's vacant US House seat
A Republican committee on Thursday night nominated Douglas County Republican Greg Lopez to run in a June special election to serve out the remainder of former U.S. Rep. Ken Buck's term. Pitching himself as a "placeholder" candidate, Lopez argued that since he isn't running in the June 25 Republican primary for Buck's seat — which will appear on the same ballot as the special election — his nomination wouldn't tilt the scale toward any of the primary candidates and instead let voters decide who to...
Insider deal creates "monopoly": How Vail's exclusive delivery service sparked a lawsuit and controversy
It’s all about who you know. In just over three years, Matthew Dietz leapt from bankruptcy into a million-dollar, multi-year contract the Town of Vail laid at his feet in a lucrative deal that could ultimately transform ski towns across Colorado. As business partners, Dietz and hockey buddies William...
Polis says all Coloradans will get $450 discount on popular piece of outdoor gear
On March 28, Governor Polis announced that the Colorado Energy Office and the Colorado Department of Transportation are set to launch a statewide electric bicycle tax credit program – the first of its scale in the United States. Starting on April 1, 2024, anyone living in Colorado will be...
Avalanche’s Valeri Nichushkin out vs. New York Rangers with lower-body injury
Colorado Avalanche top-six forward Valeri Nichushkin is dealing with a lower-body injury and will not play Thursday night against the New York Rangers, coach Jared Bednar confirmed after morning skate. Nichushkin is considered “day-to-day" for a possible return, Bednar said. The Avs near the postseason with Nichushkin playing a...
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