Denver, Colorado – Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog is set to make his first professional game appearance in nearly three years with the franchise’s AHL affiliate, the Colorado Eagles, on Friday. After recovering from a knee injury and undergoing surgery, Landeskog has been working towards rejoining the Avalanche for their playoff push.
The announcement that Landeskog would play in the game against the Henderson Silver Knights, the AHL affiliate for the Vegas Golden Knights, came after a few days of conditioning with the Eagles in Loveland, Colorado. The 32-year-old forward has been out of action since Game 6 of the 2022 Stanley Cup Final, where he led the Avalanche to victory before being sidelined with a knee injury.
Coach Jared Bednar expressed optimism about Landeskog’s progress, mentioning that the team will closely monitor his performance in the upcoming game. With four more games left in the Eagles’ regular season, there is a possibility for Landeskog to make a significant impact if he continues to show improvement and readiness for playoff hockey.
The return of Landeskog could provide the Avalanche with a valuable asset for their postseason run. As a skilled two-way winger and team captain, his presence on the ice could boost the team’s forward lines and give them more depth in crucial situations. With Landeskog’s experience and leadership, the Avalanche are hoping to make a strong push in the playoffs and potentially compete for another Stanley Cup championship.
As the Avalanche continue their quest for playoff positioning, Landeskog’s comeback adds an element of excitement and anticipation for fans of the team. With two road games left in the regular season, the Avalanche are looking to secure a spot in the Central Division standings before facing tough competition in the playoffs. Landeskog’s return could be a game-changer for the team as they prepare for the challenges ahead.