A Bitter Avalanche Exit Has Turned Into a Career Year in Nashville

DENVER — Ross Colton never wanted his time in Colorado to end. But the Avalanche had other plans.

During the offseason, Colorado dealt the 30-year-old forward and goaltender Isak Posch to the Nashville Predators in exchange for goalie Magnus Chrona and two third-round draft picks. It wasn’t the move Colton wanted, but he’s making the most of his new surroundings.

And so far, Nashville is getting a pretty good return.

Through 17 games, Colton has five goals and eight points. Those numbers might not jump off the page, but consider his role. He’s skating on Nashville’s third line alongside another former Avalanche forward, Jack Drury, who also found himself on the move this offseason.

Even without…