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Gavin Brindley deserves a better chance to prove himself in the NHL

Gavin Brindley has played well enough this season, but is that enough to actually earn a regular NHL spot?

By Nestor Quixtan · Mile High Sticking

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 2:54 AM

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Writer Nestor Quixtan argues that Gavin Brindley deserves a greater opportunity to prove himself with the Colorado Avalanche.
The Avalanche reassigned Brindley to the AHL's Colorado Eagles on Sunday after he played 12 minutes against Calgary.
Quixtan notes Colorado's crowded forward depth leaves little immediate room for Brindley in a top-six role.

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Writer Nestor Quixtan argues that 22-year-old forward Gavin Brindley deserves a better opportunity to prove himself with the Colorado Avalanche. After playing 12 minutes on the fourth line during Saturday's game against the Calgary Flames, Brindley was promptly reassigned to the AHL's Colorado Eagles on Sunday.

Quixtan notes that Colorado's deep roster currently blocks Brindley from top-six minutes, suggesting an injury might be his only route to an NHL role this season. However, pending unrestricted free agents next summer could eventually provide him with a full-time opportunity.

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