Games / NHL / Dec 3, 2026

Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Colorado Avalanche (11-6-2) visit the Detroit Red Wings (7-8-3) on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. TV: Altitude Sports, KTVD-TV (My20), DSN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche.

NHLThursday, December 3, 2026

Colorado Avalanche11-6-2

7:00 PM ETDec 3, 2026

Detroit Red Wings7-8-3

DateDec 3, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

TVAltitude Sports, KTVD-TV (My20), DSN

Team comparison

Colorado AvalancheDetroit Red Wings

Goals per game

4.1

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.1

11-6-2Record7-8-3

2nd in Central DivisionStanding8th in Atlantic Division

4-5Road record / home record4-6

WWLLWLast 5LLLWL

W2StreakL3

Team stats

Colorado AvalancheDetroit Red Wings

Goals Against Average

3.06

3.00

Shots Against per Game

27.2

25.4

Penalty Kill Percentage

78.2

69.0

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

4.00

2.61

Shots per Game

30.6

28.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

23.3

21.7

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

164

161

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Colorado Avalanche

Josh Manson D · Ankle

Injured Reserve

Zachary L'Heureux LW · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Detroit Red Wings

Albert Johansson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

Dylan Larkin C · Suspension

Injured Reserve

Simon Edvinsson D · Contract Dispute

Injured Reserve

Recent form

Colorado AvalancheWWLLW

Nov 10, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 6-3

Nov 7, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-0

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 2-3

Nov 3, 2026 · at Columbus Blue JacketsL 2-7

Nov 2, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksW 5-2

Detroit Red WingsLLLWL

Nov 7, 2026 · at Colorado AvalancheL 0-4

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Vegas Golden KnightsL 1-2

Nov 3, 2026 · at Tampa Bay LightningL 2-4

Nov 2, 2026 · at Florida PanthersW 5-3

Oct 31, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesL 4-5

Season series

COL leads series 1-0

Dec 3, 2026COL 0, DET 0

Nov 7, 2026DET 0, COL 4

Team pages

Colorado Avalanche
Schedule, roster and stats

Detroit Red Wings
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings?

The game is on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

How can I watch Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings?

TV: Altitude Sports, KTVD-TV (My20), DSN.

What are the records of the Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings?

Colorado Avalanche: 11-6-2. Detroit Red Wings: 7-8-3.

Who is injured for Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings?

Listed out or doubtful: Colorado Avalanche: Josh Manson, Zachary L'Heureux. Detroit Red Wings: Albert Johansson, Dylan Larkin, Simon Edvinsson. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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