Manson's Status Uncertain for Avalanche's Game Three

Josh Mansons Injury: Colorado Avalanches Defense Dilemma The Colorado Avalanche are heading to Minnesota for Game three, but theyre facing a defense dilemma. Key defenseman Josh Manson, sidelined by an upper-body injury, is making the road trip, but hes not expected to play. This leaves the Avalanche with just seven blueliners, as depth guy Jack Ahcan stayed home. Mansons absence has opened up opportunities for Brett Kulak and Sam Malinski in the top four, while Nick Blankenburg has filled in smoothly. All eyes are on whether Manson can return for Game three, giving coach Bednar the extra flexibility they need as the series heats up. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c74f8ac64b69a81