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Breaking: Ross Colton traded to Nashville

With Joe Sakic back in the GM saddle, the Colorado Avalanche made their first move of the offseason, in what will shape the 2026-27 roster. Forward Ross Colton was dealt to the Nashville Predators along with minor league goaltender Isak Posch for pending free agent goaltender Magnus Chorna, a third round pick (Nashville’s own) in […]

Nashville Predators Acquire 29-Year-Old Forward From the Colorado Avalanche

The Nashville Predators have been stuck in the middle of the Western Conference for a number of years now, and while they’ve had some good seasons, they’ve never truly been an elite team in the Central Division.That run continued through the 2025/26 campaign, and while the team took a major step forward from the season […] The post Nashville Predators Acquire 29-Year-Old Forward From the Colorado Avalanche appeared first on HEAVY .

Chris MacFarland starts Predators era by trading for Avalanche forward

The Nashville Predators started their offseason by poaching general manager Chris MacFarland from the Colorado Avalanche. Now, the hockey operations vet has made his first move. The Predators have acquired Ross Colton from the Avalanche in a trade that involves multiple draft picks. TRADE 🔄 We've acquired forward Ross Colton and goaltender Isak Posch from […] The post Chris MacFarland starts Predators era by trading for Avalanche forward appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NHL Trade: Ross Colton On The Move As Avalanche & Predators Complete Deal

With last week's move of Chris MacFarland to the Nashville Predators, he has poached one of his former charges from the Colorado Avalanche. Ross Colton has been dealt from Denver to Nashville. The Nashville Predators are acquiring Ross Colton from the Colorado Avalanche, per @FriedgeHNIC pic.twitter.com/zk4welCstl — SleeperNHL (@SleeperNHL) June 16, 2026 Going with Colton to the Preds is minor league goalie  Isak Posch.   In return, the Avs are receiving another AHL netminder,  ...

Flames rumors: The 1 condition that could lead to Blake Coleman trade

There were multiple changes to the Calgary Flames this season, including the trades of Nazem Kadri back to the Colorado Avalanche along with the trade of MacKenzie Weegar, whom they acquired as part of the blockbuster deal for Matthew Tkachuk in 2022, to the Utah Mammoth. Despite being heavily engaged in trade talks, veteran Blake […] The post Flames rumors: The 1 condition that could lead to Blake Coleman trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Oilers Notebook: Could the team approach John Tortorella for coaching job?

John Tortorella might not be the Edmonton Oilers’ first choice out of Vegas Golden Knights’ head coaches. But with Bruce Cassidy’s status unknown and the perceived legal ability for Vegas to deny permission, would Edmonton consider Tortorella? Many people believe the Golden Knights’ plan is to promote Ryan Craig, head coach of their AHL team…

Vegas Golden Knights Announce William Karlsson’s Status For Must-Win Game 6

The Vegas Golden Knights came into the Stanley Cup Final full of momentum following a sweep of the Colorado Avalanche, but against the Carolina Hurricanes, things haven’t come quite as easy. In the Western Conference Finals, Vegas had a +7 differential in that sweep, but for the first time in 2026, they face elimination as […] The post Vegas Golden Knights Announce William Karlsson’s Status For Must-Win Game 6 appeared first on HEAVY .

Oldest Players with 100-Point Seasons

It is difficult to score in the NHL. Not exactly breaking news. That’s why only eight players, including Nikita Kucherov, Connor McDavid, David Pastrnak, and Nathan MacKinnon, reached the 100-point…

Avalanche Bests and Blursts: 1995-2000

The past thirty years of Avalanche hockey have featured incredible highs, and some very, very dismal lows. As an avid fan of The Simpsons, I’ve witnessed plenty of “best of times” moments, but also been subjected to a smattering of unpleasant “blursts” of times. In this first of an ongoing off-season series, I take a […]

Avalanche will have fully healthy roster for training camp, says Joe Sakic

It was not the ending they wanted as the Colorado Avalanche fell to the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Finals. Significantly, injuries hurt them. Avalanche president of operations Joe Sakic revealed that the team will have a fully healthy roster when training camp rolls around, according to Avalanche beat writer Bailey Curtis. “Joe […] The post Avalanche will have fully healthy roster for training camp, says Joe Sakic appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Golden Knights’ John Tortorella rips ‘stupidest question’ on possible Carter Hart benching

When John Tortorella is winning, he is regarded as one of the most unique and colorful personalities in the sport. Heck, one might even call him a breath of fresh air. Though, when he is on the losing end, things could get ugly in a hurry. Such situations remind people that there is a downside […] The post Golden Knights’ John Tortorella rips ‘stupidest question’ on possible Carter Hart benching appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Canucks hire Richard Seeley as AGM of Vancouver and GM of Abbotsford

Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson has now filled his former role in the organization.   On Thursday evening, Johnson announced the hire of Richard Seeley as General Manager of the Abbotsford Canucks, and Assistant General Manager of the Vancouver Canucks. General Manager Ryan Johnson announced today that the #Canucks have named Richard Seeley General…

Joe Sakic Explains Why Jared Bednar Remains the Avalanche HC

Colorado Avalanche president and general manager Joe Sakic explained why Jared Bednar is remaining as the team’s head coach. The Avalanche won the Presidents’ Trophy as the best regular-season team this year by collecting a league-high 121 points. They entered the playoffs as the Stanley Cup favorite and looked the part in their series wins […] The post Joe Sakic Explains Why Jared Bednar Remains the Avalanche HC appeared first on HEAVY .

Cale Makar Will Finish Career in Colorado, Says Joe Sakic

Colorado Avalanche president and general manager Joe Sakic said that stud defenseman Cale Makar will finish his NHL career in an Avs uniform. Makar, who finished second in Norris Trophy balloting this past season as the best defenseman in the NHL, is entering the final year of his six-year, $54 million contract, paying him $9 […] The post Cale Makar Will Finish Career in Colorado, Says Joe Sakic appeared first on HEAVY .

Avalanche’s Jared Bednar gets massive vote of confidence after West Final sweep

After the Colorado Avalanche were swept in shocking fashion in the Western Conference Final by the Vegas Golden Knights, speculation began to build about the job security of head coach Jared Bednar. However, Avalanche GM Joe Sakic has confirmed that Bednar isn’t going anywhere and that the entire coaching staff is coming back for next […] The post Avalanche’s Jared Bednar gets massive vote of confidence after West Final sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints .