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Avalanche stars could play with chip on their shoulders

A trio of Colorado Avalanche stars could be playing with a chip on their shoulders once the NHL season resumes.

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Nathan MacKinnon of Canada shoots wide of the net as Connor Hellebuyck of the United States defends during the men's ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images | James Lang-Imagn Images

With the business of the NHL season set to resume for the Colorado Avalanche, three Avs in particular could be hitting the ice with a chip on their shoulders.