Avalanche without forward Jonathan Drouin, claim goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen off waivers
Colorado Avalanche left wing Jonathan Drouin (27) attempts to steal the puck from Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel (9) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ian Maule)[ASSOCIATED PRESS/Ian Maule]
DENVER (AP) — The banged-up Colorado Avalanche will be without forward Jonathan Drouin due to an upper-body injury. Drouin’s expected to miss at least two contests before his injury is reassessed. Drouin’s absence is a big offensive blow for a team that’s already missing forwards Gabriel Landeskog and Artturi Lehkonen. Another forward, Valeri Nichushkin, is serving a suspension that’s in effect until at least mid-November. The Avalanche also claimed goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen off waivers after poor showings from Alexandar Georgiev and Justus Annunen. Colorado’s home opener is Saturday against Columbus.
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