Colorado Avalanche Deadline Targets: Jake DeBrusk

On the horizon the Colorado Avalanche are expected to make their annual trade deadline acquisition but while many are thinking a short-term rental type deal what if the Avalanche instead went for a younger player who can contribute much longer than for just a couple months? Similar to when Joe Sakic held on to his assets and used them to make smart moves in the offseason for players such as Andre Burakovsky and Devon Toews, the thinking should be to poach another depth piece the opposition can’t afford to keep. A player looking for a fresh start and increased role with attributes that fit the Avalanche’s team identity, Jake DeBrusk is an attractive target come deadline day on April 12th.

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