Colton scored a goal and added four hits in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Predators.
Colton (foot) will rejoin the Colorado lineup in Saturday's matchup with the Red Wings, Corey Masisak of The Denver Post reports.
Head coach Jared Bednar said Monday that Colton (foot) will travel with the Avalanche during their upcoming road trip and could return to action before the team returns home, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports.
Colton (foot) is expected to begin skating soon, per Mile High Hockey on Wednesday.
Colton is expected to miss 6-8 weeks due to a broken foot, Ryan Boulding of NHL.com reports Wednesday.
Head coach Jared Bednar said Wednesday that he expects Colton (foot) to miss "significant time," Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports.
Colton (foot) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.
Colton is facing an extended absence after blocking a shot and injuring his foot in Monday's matchup versus Chicago, according to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette.
Colton (hand) will play Sunday against Ottawa, Corey Masisak of The Denver Post reports.
Colton notched an assist, two shots on goal and two hits in Sunday's 7-4 loss to the Stars.