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The Colorado Avalanche (2-1-0) face the Calgary Flames (0-3) in a critical Western Conference matchup following a heartbreaking 3-2 loss to Winnipeg. We analyze the impact of injuries to Logan O'Connor and Zachary L'Heureux, and whether Mackenzie Blackwood can stabilize the net. Key players like Jaden Schwartz, Martin Necas, and Cale Makar are essential for success. Derek and Allison break down the power play struggles and the need for physical forechecking against a desperate Calgary side.

In this episode: Matchup Analysis & Jets Fallout · Injury Report & Lineups · Keys to Victory & Prediction.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/nhl/col/2026-10-08/transcript.html

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