Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson will be sidelined long-term due to an ankle injury, according to a report Friday by Aarif Deen. The news deals a blow to the Avalanche's blue line as they navigate the early portion of the 2026-27 NHL season.
Manson, a physical stay-at-home defenseman, has been a key component of Colorado's defensive structure since joining the team. The specific timeline for his return was not immediately disclosed, but the "long-term" designation suggests he could miss a significant stretch of games.
The Avalanche will need to adjust their defensive pairings and potentially recall depth from their AHL affiliate to fill the void left by Manson's absence.
