The Colorado Avalanche's captain, Gabriel Landeskog, is facing a temporary setback as he deals with an upper-body injury. The 33-year-old forward, who has been a stalwart for the team this season, will be out for 'some weeks', leaving his availability for the upcoming Winter Olympics in question. But here's where it gets controversial... With the NHL Olympic break looming, the Avalanche have 14 games scheduled before the break, and the team's coach, Jared Bednar, is keeping his options open. 'The injury is fresh,' Bednar said, 'and we'll have a better idea of the timeline once we assess how he's feeling.'
Landeskog, who has been a key player for Sweden's international teams, including gold medals at the World Championship in 2013 and 2017, and a silver medal at the 2014 Olympics, has had a challenging journey to the top. After missing three full regular seasons due to right knee issues, including a cartilage transplant in 2023, he has made a remarkable comeback. But will he be able to make it to the Olympics this time? The Avalanche have 14 games to play before the Olympic break, and the team's performance in the upcoming weeks will be crucial in determining Landeskog's status for the Games. And this is the part most people miss... With the NHL's return to the Olympics after a 12-year hiatus, the stakes are high for both the Avalanche and Landeskog. The Avalanche's coach, Jared Bednar, is keeping his options open, and the team's performance in the next few weeks will be pivotal in determining Landeskog's Olympic fate.
