# Avalanche Win With Manson Injury

> Colorado Avalanche beat Devils but Josh Manson's injury threatens lineup.
- Title: Avalanche Win With Manson Injury · Colorado Avalanche On SI
- Summary: Colorado Avalanche beat Devils but Josh Manson's injury threatens lineup. Colorado Avalanche defeated New Jersey Devils 5-2 but veteran defenseman Josh…
- Keywords: colorado avalanche, new jersey devils, josh manson, avalanche, nhl, lower body injury, defensemen, road trip, calgary flames, chicago blackhawks, columbus blue jackets, mackenzie blackwood
- Source: Colorado Avalanche On SI — https://si.com/nhl/avalanche/onsi/news/avalanche-big-win-over-devils-comes-josh-manson-injury-concern
- Published: 2026-10-29T16:45:39+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: colorado avalanche, new jersey devils, josh manson, avalanche, nhl, lower body injury, defensemen, road trip, calgary flames, chicago blackhawks, columbus blue jackets, mackenzie blackwood
## Avalanche Win
Colorado Avalanche defeated New Jersey Devils 5-2 at Ball Arena.
## Manson Injury
Veteran defenseman Josh Manson suffered a lower-body injury during first period.
## Bednar's Response
Bednar said Manson would miss time due to injury.

> lower body, he’s gonna miss some time
## Team Disappointment
Injuries have made it difficult to get consistency on lines this season.
## Upcoming Challenge
Avalanche face back-to-back games against Blackhawks and Blue Jackets.
## Next Game
Avalanche play Calgary Flames on October 31.
## Manson's Role
Manson provides strong veteran presence on blue line.
## Replacement Options
Noah Juulsen could be option after healthy scratch.
## Malinski's Performance
Sam Malinski played over 21 minutes with two assists.
## Previous Loss
Avalanche lost to Nashville Predators recently.
## Game Highlights
Avalanche outshot Devils 44-22 with four third-period goals.
## Team Record
Avalanche improved record to 7-5-1.
## Lineup Shifts
Manson injury requires more lineup adjustments.
## Key takeaway

Colorado Avalanche defeated New Jersey Devils 5-2 but veteran defenseman Josh Manson's lower-body injury may force significant lineup changes.