Fansided · Mar 5
NHL trades: Avalanche pull off savvy deal with division rival
Nov 26, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg (37) celebrates his goal as Detroit Red Wings right wing Patrick Kane (88) looks on during the third period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Imagn Images | Tim Fuller-Imagn ImagesThe Colorado Avalanche continue making NHL trades this season. The club added another crucial depth piece to its blueline after bringing in Brett Kulak from the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Avalanche added on Wednesday night blueliner Nick Blankenburg from Central Division rivals the Nashville Predators.
Colorado sent a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Preds in exchange.