# NHL roster changes for Vegas and Colorado teams

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nhl-roster-changes-for-vegas-and-colorado-teams
> Updated: 2026-09-12T19:30:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche are navigating roster adjustments and personnel shifts ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Initially, the Golden Knights faced potential regression due to a weakened forward group and depleted draft assets. The Avalanche were focused on roster adjustments to support core players following a playoff sweep by Vegas.

Subsequent developments show significant movement for Avalanche players, including Joel Kiviranta signing with the Dallas Stars, Victor Olofsson joining the Golden Knights, and Nick Blankenburg seeking a try-out with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Other departures include Zakhar Bardakov to the KHL and Jack Ahcan to the Nashville Predators organization.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Colorado and Denver professional sports teams undergo roster changes

Former Colorado Avalanche players have secured new contracts across the NHL and KHL, while the Denver Nuggets face health and roster questions ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-and-denver-professional-sports-teams-undergo-roster-changes

### 2026-09-05: NHL teams Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche face roster challenges

Following recent NHL playoff runs, the Vegas Golden Knights face potential roster depth and draft asset challenges, while the Colorado Avalanche focus on roster improvements to regain championship contention.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nhl-teams-vegas-golden-knights-and-colorado-avalanche-face-roster-challenges

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