The Mikko Trade Rumor Mill Continues to Spin. Why The Win Against New York Still Feels Like a Loss

Can the Colorado Avalanche maintain their momentum after a shaky win against the New York Rangers? With trade rumors swirling around star player Mikko Rantanen, the stakes are high for the Avalanche as they prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers. Join us as we dissect the Avalanche's recent performance, highlighting coach Jared Bednar's candid critique of the team's reliance on a few key players. The discussion also covers Devon Toews' emerging leadership role and the strategic implications of potential roster changes. With insights into Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar's contributions, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the Avalanche's current dynamics and future prospects. Don't miss this engaging analysis of the Colorado Avalanche's journey and the challenges they face in their quest for the Stanley Cup. 0:00 Intro 2:17 Avalanche waive John Ludvig 7:17 Coach Bednar's critical post-game comments 16:00 More Mikko trade rumors 25:49 Avalanche vs Oilers preview 32:49 Fan predictions for Avs-Oilers game 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! Indeed: Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to Indeed.com/LOCKEDON right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel From the first whistle to the final drive, FanDuel makes the NFL Playoffs even more exciting! Right now, new customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get THREE HUNDRED BUCKS in BONUS BETS – if you win your first bet! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.