When the Colorado Avalanche announced that Tyson Barrie and Alexander Kerfoot had been traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for Nazem Kadri and Calle Rosen it was immediately obvious how much Barrie was going to be missed by Avalanche fans.
During the 24 hours immediately after the trade announcement I witnessed sadness, but also
comfort. Watching fans coming together to support each other and share stories is a testament to the impact Barrie had on both the team and the fans.
There are plenty of posts out there breaking down the mechanics of the trade and whether the Avalanche are going to be better off as a result (they probably are).