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Avalanche players turn to tennis in offseason; Makar out against Stars

Colorado Avalanche players are using tennis to maintain fitness and coordination during the offseason. Defenceman Cale Makar, who spent the summer rehabbing an injury, is listed as out against the Stars awaiting childbirth.

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In brief

  • Avalanche players use tennis to maintain cardio and coordination during the offseason.
  • Cale Makar spent the summer rehabbing an injury and played tennis two or three times a week the previous offseason.
  • Makar is out against the Stars awaiting the birth of his child.
  • Brent Burns provides his home court for players, though he uses it to practice his shot rather than play tennis.

Avalanche players turn to tennis in offseason; Makar out against Stars

Offseason Tennis Routine

Several Colorado Avalanche players have turned to tennis during the offseason to maintain their competitive edge, improve cardio, and sharpen eye-hand coordination. The activity has become a popular pastime for the team, with players competing on various courts, including local high schools, parks, and the home of defenseman Brent Burns.

Center Brock Nelson noted the competitive nature of the group's tennis games. "It's a bit of a hot topic right now," Nelson said regarding the unofficial team rankings.

Player Perspectives

Forward Martin Necas, who idolizes both hockey player Alex Ovechkin and tennis player Rafael Nadal, has been active on the court. Necas attended Wimbledon this summer and played on a grass training court. "It was great," Necas said of the experience. "I love watching (tennis players) on TV. So it was cool to see it firsthand, be there with them."

Defenceman Cale Makar, who spent the summer rehabbing from an injury, played tennis two or three times a week the previous offseason. "It's such a fun sport," Makar said. "I like to think I'm a compete kind of guy. It'll be a hard point."

Other players involved include Nicolas Roy, who played tennis as a child before focusing on hockey, and Nazem Kadri, who has been practicing with his daughter. Kadri, a fan of Novak Djokovic, said he is working on his serve. "Before I slide out there with (Necas), I have to work on it a little," Kadri said. "But I think I could give him a run."

Makar Out Against Stars

While the team engages in offseason activities, defenceman Cale Makar is out for the game against the Dallas Stars. He is awaiting the birth of his child.

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