Gabe Landeskog's return to the Colorado Avalanche lineup is inching closer as he recently participated in practice as the No. 1 center. Skating alongside Valeri Nichushkin and Artturi Lehkonen, he filled in while Nathan MacKinnon had a day off. Coach Jared Bednar expressed optimism, noting Landeskog's increased ice time and the possibility of a conditioning stint with the Colorado Eagles, which could pave the way for his return to the NHL.

However, Landeskog's journey back from knee cartilage replacement surgery remains uncertain, with no clear timeline for his comeback. There have been several setbacks since his surgery in May 2023, hindering his progress. He has begun to absorb light contact but faces the challenge of re-acclimating to game conditions. If he successfully joins the Eagles, it could serve as a critical test before his anticipated return to the Avalanche lineup.