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Weekly Cupcakes: Manson out up to 8 weeks

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By Sandie Gauthier · Mile High Hockey

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 1:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson will miss up to eight weeks with an ankle injury.
Cale Makar registered four assists in Colorado's victory against the Calgary Flames.
Nikita Kucherov has reportedly told the Tampa Bay Lightning he will not re-sign and requested a trade.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson is expected to miss up to eight weeks after suffering an ankle injury. The news comes amid a mixed stretch for the Avalanche, who recently defeated the Calgary Flames behind a four-assist performance from star defenseman Cale Makar.

Elsewhere across the NHL, trade activity and roster developments intensified. Forward Nikita Kucherov reportedly requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Detroit Red Wings suspended Dylan Larkin while exploring trades, and the Seattle Kraken traded Shane Wright to the Nashville Predators.

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Weekly Cupcakes: Manson out up to 8 weeks

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