Samuel Girard (49) of the Colorado Avalanche handles against the Chicago Blackhawks during the third period of the Avalanche’s 5-2 win at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, October 12, 2022.

Samuel Girard will take an indefinite leave of absence from the Colorado Avalanche after entering the Player Assistance Program, the NHL and NHLPA announced Friday. Related Articles New Avalanche ...

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Colorado Avalanche's Samuel Girard skates during the third period of an NHL hockey game between the Dallas Stars and the Colorado Avalanche, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Dallas.

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard will be away from the team indefinitely while he receives care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program. The league and union ...

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (49) waits for a face-off against the Detroit Red Wings in the third period at Ball Arena in Denver on Wednesday, March 06, 2024.

Samuel Girard scored at 2:47 of overtime, and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 in Denver on Monday night. Nashville defenseman Brady Skeji had the puck just inside the ...

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (upper body) will return to work on Thursday against Edmonton. He is available for selection again after missing three games due to an upper-body injury.

Samuel Girard scored at 2:47 of overtime and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 in Denver on Monday night. Skip to main content.