Avalanche trade for Kane depends on 1 condition

Jan 25, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Evander Kane (91) during a stop in play against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images | Bob Frid-Imagn ImagesEven with the Olympics reaching their climax, Colorado Avalanche rumors have not taken a break. An idea initially discussed here at Mile High Sticking seems to be gaining momentum.

According to prevailing chatter, the Avalanche could be looking to add Evander Kane from the Vancouver Canucks at the NHL trade deadline.

While that idea seems like a solid one, it largely depends on one condition. Per insider Rick Dhaliwal, the idea of Kane heading to…