MacKinnon Narrowly Misses Being a Hart Finalist. Avalanche Could Make Some Noise with FA D-Men

MacKinnon narrowly misses finalist spot. We break down the surprising Hart Trophy results, analyzing the implications for Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. We explore potential free agent defensemen targets for the Avalanche, including K'Andre Miller and John Klingberg, as they debate crucial roster moves. Josh Manson's season performance comes under scrutiny, with the hosts grading his contributions and discussing his future with the team. Will the Avalanche make bold defensive adjustments to boost their Stanley Cup chances? Tune in for expert analysis on Colorado's offseason strategy and player evaluations. 0:00 Hart Trophy voting results 5:45 Connor Hellebuyck's contract and value 9:41 Cale Makar's Hart Trophy prospects 15:10 Potential defensive free agent targets 20:31 Budget-friendly defensive options to consider 24:32 Josh Manson's season grade and future 29:24 Manson's inconsistent play and role 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! 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 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 TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR 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.