Gabriel Landeskog, captain of the Colorado Avalanche, will be unavailable to play for the foreseeable future due to a lower-body injury that has sidelined him since the team’s home game against the Minnesota Wild on Sunday. The team has designated his status as week-to-week, leaving the timing of his return uncertain.
Recent Performance and Injury Timeline
The 33-year-old forward last participated in the Avalanche’s 5-4 shootout victory on Friday, where he contributed an assist—marking his 600th career NHL point—and took two shots on goal while playing nearly 23 minutes. It remains unclear when or how Landeskog sustained the injury given his solid performance during that game.
Career Highlights and Current Season Contributions
Through 47 games this season, Landeskog has tallied nine goals and 20 points while maintaining a plus-26 rating. This marks his first full regular season since the 2021-22 campaign, following a challenging three-year hiatus caused by persistent knee problems. He made his return to competitive play last season during Colorado’s first-round playoff series against Dallas, appearing in five games and recording a goal and an assist as the Avalanche were eliminated in seven games.
International Play and Leadership Role
Landeskog also represented Sweden at the Winter Olympics last month, where he registered two goals and two assists over five games before the team fell in the quarterfinals to the United States. As a former Stanley Cup champion, he has been instrumental in leading the Avalanche to an NHL-best 42-10-9 record, securing first place in the Central Division at this point in the season.
Implications for the Avalanche and Outlook
With Landeskog’s absence, Colorado will need to adapt its lineup and leadership on the ice while awaiting the captain’s recovery. His injury update remains a key focus for the team, which continues to pursue its strong position in the NHL standings as the season progresses.
Gabriel Landeskog will not play due to a lower-body injury. He is week-to-week.
— Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) March 8, 2026
