Bernier will protect the net against the Sharks on Thursday, Mike Chambers of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernier hasn't won a game since March 10, although he also has logged just four appearances over that stretch in which he posted a .894 save percentage. The Avs are in a tight race with St. Louis for the final wild card spot in the Western Conference and will need to the netminder at his absolute best. With Semyon Varlamov (lower body) unavailable, the fate of Colorado's season now squarely falls on Bernier.

Bernier stopped 22 shots in Monday's 3-1 loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

With Seymon Varlamov (knee) ruled out for the rest of the season, Bernier should start the final two games of the season for the Avs -- and beyond, if they can hang onto a wild-card spot. The 29-year-old's 3.54 GAA and .894 save percentage over his last four games aren't encouraging, but Bernier will get a couple of days to clear his head before facing the Sharks in San Jose on Thursday.

Bernier will draw the start against Los Angeles on Monday, Jon Rosen of Fox Sports West reports.

EDGE Analysis

Throughout 2017-18, Bernier's been a serviceable backup in Colorado, posting a .913 save percentage in 34 games, but did let in four goals on 42 shots in an overtime loss Sunday against Anaheim. Los Angeles has posted points in eight of its last 10 games and Bernier is poorly rested, so this doesn't appear to be a pristine matchup for 29-year-old -- at least on paper.

Bernier made 38 saves on 42 shots in a 4-3 overtime loss to the Ducks on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

This was Bernier's first full game since Feb. 11, but he will be seeing more action down the stretch. With Semyon Varlamov (knee) out the rest of the regular season, Bernier is the de facto top goalie for the Avalanche. They will need better performances than this from the 29-year-old, who has a 2.82 GAA.

Bernier will start in goal Sunday night against host Anaheim, NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernier is now the No. 1 goalie for the Avalanche after news broke Saturday that Semyon Varlamov will miss the rest of the season with a lower-body injury. The 29-year-old will work between the pipes in this Easter start against an Anaheim team that sports a 23-10-5 record at home but only ranks 22nd in the league offensively.

Bernier (infection) will be available for Friday's game against the Blackhawks, Mike Chambers of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Bernier will be available for the contest, Semyon Varlamov (illness) is expected to be as well, leaving no guarantee that Bernier will actually start in the cage for the Avalanche. An additional update on the starter for the matchup against the Blackhawks should cross on game day, but the Avalanche are in do-or-die mode as they continue to chase a playoff spot.

Bernier (infection) won't be in the lineup against the Flyers on Wednesday, Mike Chambers of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernier's absence could have a significant impact on Colorado's playoff chances, as starter Semyon Varlamov is under the weather and may not be able to suit up. This would force the Avs to use either untested Spencer Martin or recently recalled Andrew Hammond in Wednesday's tilt. If the 29-year-old Bernier doesn't get healthy soon, he may not hit the ice again this season, since the team will no doubt utilize Varlamov exclusively during the playoffs -- assuming it earns an appearance.

Bernier (infection) didn't make the trip to Las Vegas ahead of Monday's game against the Golden Knights, The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Bernier staying back in Colorado, the Avalanche reportedly will send Semyon Varlamov between the pipes for his 19th consecutive start. The former appears day-to-day with his infection that's said to have been caused by a cut on his upper body.

Bernier's upper-body injury specifically concerns an infection caused by a cut.

EDGE Analysis

This issue will at least keep Bernier out of the lineup for Saturday's home game against the Golden Knights. He'll be re-evaluated ahead of Monday's contest, which will be another battle with Vegas.

Bernier is dealing with an upper-body injury, which has prompted the Avalanche to recall Spencer Martin from AHL San Antonio, Adrian Dater of BSN Denver reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bernier's upper-body injury has left the Avalanche with little choice but to play Semyon Varlamov for a 20th consecutive game with the expansion Golden Knights in town Saturday. Details concerning Bernier's issue are still coming to the surface, but by default, he should be considered day-to-day ahead of Monday's clash with the expansion club in Vegas.