Avalanche's Nazem Kadri to Miss Several Games with Finger Injury

Colorado's top scorer will be sidelined as the team aims to clinch the Presidents' Trophy.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:18am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a hockey player in motion, with their body broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of navy, green, and silver, conveying the fragmented nature of the Avalanche's lineup with Kadri's injury.Kadri's finger injury creates a geometric puzzle for the Avalanche as they aim to secure the Presidents' Trophy.Denver Today

Colorado Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri will miss several games due to a finger injury sustained in a recent game against the St. Louis Blues, according to head coach Jared Bednar. Kadri, who was acquired by the Avalanche in a trade from the Calgary Flames last month, has been a key contributor this season with 16 goals and 34 assists.

Why it matters

The Avalanche currently have the NHL's best record and have already clinched the Western Conference's top playoff seed. Kadri's absence could impact their ability to secure the Presidents' Trophy, which would give them home-ice advantage throughout the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

The details

Kadri suffered the finger injury during the Avalanche's 3-1 win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday. Coach Jared Bednar stated that Kadri will miss 'some games' but is hopeful he can return before the playoffs begin, possibly as soon as next week.

  • Kadri was injured in the Avalanche's 3-1 win over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday, April 9, 2026.
  • The Avalanche will host the Calgary Flames on Thursday, April 10, 2026 at 9 p.m. EDT.

The players

Nazem Kadri

A veteran forward who was traded to the Colorado Avalanche from the Calgary Flames in March 2026. He has 16 goals and 34 assists in 77 games this season.

Jared Bednar

The head coach of the Colorado Avalanche, who announced that Kadri will miss several games due to a finger injury.

Calgary Flames

The Avalanche's opponent on Thursday, April 10, 2026, as Colorado looks to clinch the Presidents' Trophy.

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What they’re saying

“'He is going to miss some games here, and then, hopefully, we'll get him in before the playoffs, maybe next week.'”

— Jared Bednar, Head Coach, Colorado Avalanche

What’s next

The Avalanche will host the Calgary Flames on Thursday, April 10, 2026. A win would secure the Presidents' Trophy for Colorado.

The takeaway

Nazem Kadri's finger injury is a significant blow to the Avalanche as they aim to clinch the Presidents' Trophy and maintain their momentum heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The team will have to find a way to win without their leading scorer for the time being.