On Monday, the Colorado Avalanche added to their defensive corps as they gear up for a run at the Stanley Cup. Elliotte Friedman confirmed that the Avs acquired defenseman Josh Manson from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for prospect Drew Helleson and a draft pick.
Drew Helleson and a pick back to ANA
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) March 14, 2022
Manson is a defensive specialist, spending most of his time in the defending zone to neutralize top-scoring lines. The 30-year-old starts just 29.1% of his shifts in the opponents’ end, leading to nine points through 45 games.