The Colorado Avalanche announced the activation of captain Gabriel Landeskog from injured reserve, signaling his return to the NHL after a hiatus that lasted nearly three years. Landeskog, who last played in an NHL game in 2022, underwent two surgeries on his right knee due to a chronic injury. He recently completed a conditioning stint with the AHL’s Colorado Eagles to prepare for his comeback.
The Avalanche’s decision to add Landeskog to the lineup comes at a pivotal moment in their playoff series against the Dallas Stars, which they currently lead after a 5-1 victory in the first game. Dallas, on the other hand, is facing challenges with key players like Miro Heiskanen and Jason Robertson out due to injuries.
Speculation surrounds whether Landeskog will make his return in Game 2 in Dallas or wait for Game 3 on home ice. The Denver7 Sports team discussed this topic, highlighting the impact of Landeskog’s return on the team’s performance and strategy moving forward in the series.
With the NHL playoffs in full swing, hockey fans are eagerly anticipating how Landeskog’s return will impact the Avalanche’s quest for another Stanley Cup. Follow the action on the road to the championship by staying updated on the AP’s NHL playoffs coverage.
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