Community Sports
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · Larimer County
Colorado Rapids Ink Homegrown Midfielder Oliver Larraz to Two-Year Deal
The Colorado Rapids have signed 19-year-old academy product Oliver Larraz to a two-year Homegrown Player contract, injecting youth into their midfield ahead of the MLS season. The Commerce City club continues its strategy of nurturing local talent from the Rapids Youth Soccer Academy. Larraz's deal includes a club option for an additional year, signaling long-term investment in Colorado's rising stars.
CU Buffs Baseball Sweeps Rivals, Punch Big 12 Tournament Ticket
The University of Colorado Boulder Buffs baseball team clinched their first Big 12 Tournament berth since joining the conference with a dominant weekend sweep of rivals Utah. Wins of 7-4 and 9-2 propelled the Buffs into the postseason at Surprise Stadium. Boulder fans are buzzing as CU heads to Arizona for a shot at an NCAA bid.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Avs Rally in 3rd, Top Jets 4-2 for 2-1 Playoff Series Lead in Denver
Nathan MacKinnon's third-period heroics powered the Colorado Avalanche to a 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets at Ball Arena, seizing a 2-1 lead in their NHL Western Conference playoff series. The win capped a thrilling home-and-home stretch, with Denver fans roaring as the Avs overcame a late deficit. Colorado's resilience keeps playoff hopes alive in the Mile High City.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026