Avalanche linked to Sharks Impending UFA D-Man

The Colorado Avalanche could be looking to bringing an impending San Jose Sharks defenseman, depending on how things work out.

Mar 3, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Mario Ferraro (38) during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images | Stan Szeto-Imagn ImagesThe Colorado Avalanche had an eventful NHL trade deadline. In addition to bringing back fan favorite Nazem Kadri, the Avs added two more blueliners in Brett Kulak and Nick Blankenburg.

But here’s the thing: Both Kulak and Blankenburg will become UFAs at the end of the season. While that doesn’t mean the Avs won’t re-sign them, it does…