The Colorado Avalanche, along with the rest of the NHL, are gearing up to start their preseason. Players are already arriving at South Suburban Parks and Recreation for informal practices. Rookie camp is under two weeks away.
It’s still August, though, the only true offseason month in the NHL. No draft, no opening of free agency, and no official practices.
August also happens to be my birthday month, so I love it even though it’s completely hockey-less. So, as we wind down the true offseason and get ready for hockey to return, let’s look at some players in Avs history who have shared my birthday month.