Rocco Grimaldi embraces “underdog story” for Avalanche

When the Colorado Avalanche traded for Rocco Grimaldi this past summer, the reaction centered almost entirely around them sending fun-loving goaltender Reto Berra the other way. Berra was a lightning rod of criticism despite his predominantly impressive numbers throughout his Colorado tenure and it seemed as if Grimaldi had simply been forgotten about along the way.

As he enters his first preseason game tonight in an attempt to make the Avalanche opening night roster, Grimaldi is perfectly fine with the lack of attention. In his eyes, it means no expectations, something the organization has not placed upon his shoulders thus far.

“There’s really no expectations for me,” Grimaldi said. “I’m…