Why We Should Expect the Avalanche To Be A Quiet Team When Free Agency Opens

Colorado Avalanche's free agency strategy raises eyebrows. Are they content with their current roster or plotting a surprise move? On today's episode we dissect the Avs' approach to the offseason, exploring potential trades and the team's limited cap space. We also examine the trend of short-term contracts for NHL stars, using Mitch Marner and Connor McDavid as examples, and speculate on Cale Makar's future negotiations. Finally, we analyze the Trevor Zegras trade to the Philadelphia Flyers, discussing its implications for both teams and how Kyle is handling the move. Tune in for expert insights on the Avalanche's roster decisions and how they might impact the upcoming season. 0:00 Intro: Avalanche's quiet free agency approach 5:22 Front office praising team construction 10:02 Potential short-term deals for star players 17:57 Risks and benefits of short contracts 24:47 Trevor Zegras traded to Philadelphia Flyers Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us directly! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonavalanche Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAvalanche?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow on Twitter: Chris: https://twitter.com/c__micieli Kyle: https://twitter.com/ShaggyVonDoom Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LOPN_Avalanche ____________________________________________________ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Head to Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL and use code LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off today. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get $150 in Bonus Bets if your first $5 bet wins! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.