Family values: Avs' D posts Gordie trick, like dad

Associated PressJan 9, 2026, 05:36 AM ETEmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsDENVER -- Josh Manson treated his father to quite a show and joined him in the exclusive Gordie Howe hat trick club. The Colorado Avalanche defenseman had two goals, two assists and a fight in an 8-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night with his father in attendance. His dad, longtime NHL defenseman Dave Manson, also accomplished the feat during his playing career, which spanned 16 seasons."He's seen me fight. He's seen me score, but I don't think he's ever seen well, actually, nobody's ever seen that before from me in the NHL," Manson said. "It was a first for everybody, including myself."Manson got his night started with a first-period fight with Ottawa defenseman Tyler Kleven.