The Colorado Avalanche just made the first trade of many between now and this summer, it was just a bit smaller than some of the other ones are likely to be.
Yet, the trade still featured a fan-favorite, and a player who possesses a history with the Avalanche, Cody McLeod. In return, the Avs received Felix Girard, a 22 year old center from the Nashville Predators.
Let me set a few things straight first:
- This was a good trade for the Avs.
- Cody McLeod will be missed, but only his character, not his performance.