Colorado Avalanche trade deadline objectives

As the NHL trade deadline of February 26th fast approaches, it’s important to review the objectives and pitfalls which the Colorado Avalanche face as they get ready to head into the final 40 days and 21 games of the regular season following the deadline.

Utilize the opportunity

This should go without saying but the Avalanche do not have a great track record at the deadline. While there isn’t a huge concern this season about the Avalanche being aggressive in the rental market, there’s still many decision points and opportunities that face the organization. If GM Joe Sakic wants to earn that title of executive of the year on the heels of the Matt Duchene trade heist, he needs to show the…