Peter Forsberg

R.I.P., Roy Waines: Royz House tonight to celebrate life of beloved scene icon at the Church

Update, 5 p.m. March 3: Some sad news to share if you haven't heard yet, Roy Waines passed away on Friday night. Tonight's Royz House benefit will still be taking place as originally planned tonight at the Church in support to Roy's family, and it will also now serve as a celebration of his life wit ... More >>

Ten video games set in Colorado: Part two

Who would have thought that our humble state of Colorado could have hosted so many video games? While for many developers Colorado seems to be synonymous with little more than "snow," these games will take you everywhere from explosive recreations of '90s blockbusters to wholesome educational progra ... More >>

9/11 ten years later: What would big stories in Denver have been if the world hadn't changed?

What happened to Ed?​The media coverage of the upcoming ten year anniversary of 9/11 has focused on the terrorist strikes and their aftermath. But what would the big stories in Denver have been if the attacks never happened? Look below at the lost top ten from the day before the tragedy, and ... More >>

Five worst moments in Colorado sports history (inspired by Rox's 17-week Sunday losing skid)

Tulowitzki.​The Rockies should have known it wouldn't be their night when Chris Nelson decided to play "Pin the baseball on the coach's face" with Rich Dauer before the game in a gaffe seen in the background of an ESPN live shot. Then the Rockies' unfortunate play was caught by ESPN cameras -- ... More >>

Peter Forsberg to announce retirement after two-game comeback with Colorado Avalanche

Forsberg.​Maybe Peter Forsberg quickly realized his body couldn't handle NHL game action anymore, or maybe he just wanted to get away from the suck that is the Avalanche right now. Either way, Forsberg will reportedly announce his retirement from the NHL at a Pepsi Center press conference mome ... More >>

Melo bobblehead conversion keeps Knicks off your Nuggets: Kenny Be's Worst-Case Scenario

Kits available at the Pepsi Center Nuggets store, next to the rack of 50 percent-off Carmelo shirts.​ When Carmelo Anthony is traded to the New York Knicks, your Carmelo Anthony bobblehead will be left behind -- to cheer for the home team! Each Carmelo Anthony Bobblehead Conversion Kit® comes ... More >>

Even Joe Sakic tributes are modest

Joe Sakic. Shortly after word broke yesterday about the impending retirement of the Colorado Avalanche's Joe Sakic, Brian Engblom, a hockey vet, Versus TV commentator and onetime mullet king, appeared on Mile High Sports Radio/1510 AM to discuss Super Joe's legacy. During the chat, hosts Joel Klatt ... More >>

As sad season ends, Colorado Avalanche fall off fan radar

A Flickr photoAvs coach Tony Granato looking unhappy. The Colorado Avalanche ended their 2008-2009 season in appropriate fashion, winding up on the short end of a 1-0 loss to the St. Louis Blues -- and a sidebar about the game by Denver Post hockey scribe Adrian Dater is freighted with symbolism ab ... More >>

Craig Nassi changed Denver's Golden Triangle, but not everything is sparkling

Sporting Chance

Three strikes and Colorado's out.

Worst. Colorado. Sports. Week. Ever.

Avalanche Get the Band Back Together

2001 Best of Denver Winners

Best of Denver Winners from 2000

Best of Denver Winners from 1995

Ah, 1995: a time when entire Best Of categories were devoted to the O.J. Simpson trial, Bernie Bickerstaff and Dikembe Mutombo were still dominating the sports pages, and Mel's Bar and Grill was still new. Check out the winners from our 1995 Best Of issue after the jump.

Glove Love

Brawlroom Boxing promises big hits.

Reel Passion

Competitive fly-casting is a lifetime fling.

Best Av-Not

Peter Forsberg
Modo (Sweden)

Ice Follies

Fans chill as pro hockey pucks up.

Off Limits

The art of the deal

Best Av

Joe Sakic

Best Sports Team -- Professional

Colorado Avalanche

Cross-Dress for Success

To Bill, with love

Year in Review: Pop Quiz

Consider this your final exam on the past year. Cheating is encouraged, bribes will be accepted -- and grades will be posted at City Hall.

Consumed

Opie Gone Bean

Paging Lord Stanley

The rejuvenated Avs look like the real thing in the Pepsi Center.

Heroes to Zeroes

Kobe could join some heavy-hitting all-stars wearing striped uniforms.

Look Out!

Losing two superstars would trigger an Avalanche slide.

Best Av

Peter Forsberg

Best Coach -- Professional

Tony Granato
Colorado Avalanche

Best Sports Team -- Professional

Colorado Avalanche

Pop Quiz

January 9, 2003

Going for Three

A new Triple Crown could be the spice that broken-down horseplayers need.

A Gumper Stumper

So you think you know hockey, eh? Here's a quiz to see if you Av half a brain.

Best Sports Coach -- Professional

Bob Hartley
Colorado Avalanche

Avs Lead the Parade

Despite a time-out for terror, 2001's roster was full.

Driven by a Dad-Lad Bond

The Unsers honor Father's Day with their shared passion for auto racing.

Avs and Av-Nots

Dedicated roller-hockey players shoot for their chance to score a pro league.

Best Sports Team -- Professional

Colorado Avalanche

Best Av

Peter Forsberg

Uh-Oh, Canada!

The first nation of hockey won't be taking home the Stanley Cup this year.

It's in the Can

McNichols on Ice

Get Your Gold Medals Here

Are the Buffs Ram-Tough?

Quit Making Such a Racquet

Beating His Chess

Dynasty on Ice

And the Hits Keep Coming

Let's Get Ready to R-r-r-rollerblade!