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The Colorado Avalanche are heading into one of the biggest offseasons of the Nathan MacKinnon era after another frustrating playoff exit. Shapiro and Piro break down the 3 major changes Colorado MUST make if they want to improve next season. Can Colorado retool around MacKinnon, Makar, and Necas before the Cup window closes? Shap and AP dive into what went wrong in the playoffs, what this roster i...

The Colorado Avalanche entered the postseason as the best team in hockey and Stanley Cup favorites. Instead, their season ended in shocking and humiliating fashion with a sweep at the hands of the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final.    A season filled with dominance ended with one of the most devastating playoff exits in franchise history. Shapiro and Piro break down wh...

The Colorado Avalanche are on the brink after dropping Games 1, 2 and 3 of the NHL’s Western Conference Final, and now everything is on the line in Game 4 tonight in Las Vegas.    How did one of the league’s most dangerous teams end up one loss away from elimination?  Shapiro and Piro down what’s gone wrong for the Avalanche, the biggest turning points in the serie...

The Spurs-Thunder Western Conference Finals matchup shows exactly how far the Denver Nuggets have fallen behind the NBA’s new elite. After a first-round playoff exit, serious questions now surround Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, and the future of the Nuggets roster. Shap and AP break down why the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs look built for the future while Denver su...

The Colorado Avalanche dropped Game 1 of the Western Conference Final 4-2 to the Vegas Golden Knights, but should Avs fans be worried yet? Shapiro and Piro break down what went wrong for Colorado, how much the absence of Cale Makar impacted both ends of the ice, and whether the Golden Knights exposed deeper issues with the Avalanche lineup. The fellas analyze the key moments from Game 1, discuss a...

The Western Conference Finals are here as the Colorado Avalanche face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in a massive Stanley Cup Playoff showdown. In this video, Shapiro and Piro break down the full Avalanche vs. Golden Knights series preview, key matchups, X-factors, and final predictions for the WCF with special guest Drew Spevak.    Can Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar lead Colorado...

Nikola Jokić just finished as the MVP runner-up to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for the second straight season… and it raises a serious question: Did Jokić just miss his final realistic shot at winning MVP No. 4?   Historically, very few players win MVPs after the age of 31, and Jokić will turn 32 next season. Even with all-time great production, voter fatigue, team narratives, and the NBA&...

The Colorado Avalanche are headed to the Conference Final after an unforgettable 4-3 overtime win over the Minnesota Wild. Shapiro and Piro break down the biggest moments from the series-clinching comeback, the OT heroics, and what this win says about the Avs as they continue their Stanley Cup push. Can Colorado’s depth, resilience, and star power carry them through the Conference Final? We...

The Denver Nuggets are at a crossroads. After another disappointing playoff exit, this time a first-round elimination at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, serious questions are surrounding the future of the franchise. Despite having the best player in the world in Nikola Jokić and winning a championship just a few years ago, the Nuggets have only one title to show for the Jokic era.  ...

The Colorado Avalanche look to bounce back in Game 4 after a rough 5-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild in Game 3, but Colorado still holds a 2-1 series lead heading into a massive matchup tonight. On today’s show, Shapiro and Piro break down whether Avalanche fans should be concerned after the blowout loss, preview the biggest storylines for Game 4, and discuss the expected decision to start Mack...

The Denver Nuggets could be headed for a major offseason shakeup. Team president Josh Kroenke said “everything is on the table” as Denver looks to rebuild around Nikola Jokić after another disappointing playoff exit. While Kroenke made it clear the Nuggets have no intention of trading their superstar MVP, he hinted that big roster changes, salary cap concerns, and tough decisions could...

The Denver Nuggets season is over, and now all eyes turn to Josh Kroenke and the organization’s end-of-season press conference. After the playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, Nuggets fans are waiting to hear what comes next for the future of the roster, coaching staff, and championship window.   🔥 Don’t miss the latest updates on Denver’s top teams from Shapiro...

The Denver Nuggets season came to a shocking ending int he first round of the playoffs following their series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite wining 54 games, the Nuggets were unable to get past the first round, leaving many questions about the direction of the franchise moving forward. One of the biggest questions is the future of head coach David Adelman. Early indications seem that...

The Colorado Avalanche delivered a thrilling Game 1 win vs. the Minnesota Wild, 9-6. The game featured a whopping 15 goals as Colorado took a commanding 1-0 series lead. The Avs offense was on point, but there are things they will need to clean up for Game 2. Join Shapiro and Piro on today’s show as the breakdown what went right for the Avs in Game 1, what they need to improve upon and look...

The Denver Nuggets season came to a screeching with their Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The season is over and there are more questions than answers for the organization moving forward. Where do the Nuggets go from here? What does the future look like for Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray? Will David Adelman be back as head coach next season? Shapiro and Piro dissect the end to the Nugget...

The Denver Nuggets win in Game 5 has forced a Game 6 in Minnesota Timberwolves Thursday night. With their backs against the wall, will the Nuggets force a Game 7? What are the Nuggets keys to victory? Will Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray shoulder the load? Join Shapiro and Piro on today’s show as they preview Nuggets-Wolves Game 6.    On today’s show:    Nuggets-Wolve...

The Colorado Avalanche made quick work of the Los Angeles Kings, sweeping them in four games. Now, the Avalanche will play the winner of the Stars-Wild, which will be a difficult series either way. Are the Avalanche still tracking to contend for a Stanley Cup? How will the long layoff impact the team? What has led to the emergence of Scott Wedgewood in net this season? Jesse Montano of Guerilla Sp...

The Denver Nuggets are staying alive following their Game 5 win vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. Denver’s offense woke up and put together their best game of the series. Nikola Jokić had a triple-double while Spencer Jones popped off for the best game of his NBA career. The series will now shift to Minnesota for Game 6. Shapiro and Piro break down all the news and notes round the Nuggets on t...

The Nuggets blew a golden opportunity to go up 2-0 in their series with the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing Game 2 119-114. The Nuggets squandered a 19-point lead in the first half and could not buy a bucket in the 4th quarter. Jamal Murray, Nikola Jokić and Aaron Gordon were ice cold in crunch time for Denver.  The Nuggets will now head to Minnesota to face Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolve...

In Game 1, both the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche had strong performances—but which team actually impressed more? Shapiro and Piro break down both teams’ performances, key takeaways, and what this means going forward. Was it the Nuggets, or did the Avalanche quietly look like the better team? What does the future look like for both squads following Game 1?    On today...

Get fully prepared for the Nuggets vs. Wolves showdown with this complete matchup breakdown. In this video, Shap and AP cover everything you need to know — from key player battles and team strengths to strategies that could decide the series. Can the Nuggets control the pace and dominate offensively, or will the Wolves’ defense and physicality take over? We dive into the biggest questi...

Cecil Lammey joins Shapiro and Piro to break down the three biggest storylines heading into the NFL Draft. From potential top picks to surprise moves and team strategies, these are the key narratives that could shape the future of the league. Which players are rising up draft boards? Which teams are under the most pressure? And what shocking moments could unfold on draft night? We cover it all and...

The Denver Nuggets are gearing up to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Nuggets are overwhelming favorites to win the series vs the Timberwolves but there is one thing Nuggets’s fans should nervous about.    On today’s Shapiro and Piro:  Nuggets-Wolves preview  Slowing down Anthony Edwards  Anthony Edwards injury upda...

What Does the Nuggets’ Regular Season Finish Mean for Their Championship Hopes? The Denver Nuggets secured the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference with their win vs. the San Antonio Spurs Sunday evening. There was some controversy heading into the matchup as the Nuggets opted to rest a majority of their starters despite the No. 3 seed being on the line. Denver will now prepare to take on th...

The Denver Nuggets win over the Memphis Grizzlies Wednesday night was a significant one. Not only does it help the Nuggets in their push for the No. 3 seed in the West, but it also marks the first winning streak of 10-or-more games in the Nikola Jokić era. It’s truly a remarkable accomplishment for Jokic and the Nuggets. In the baseball world, the Colorado Rockies secured the series sweep of...