The Colorado Avalanche are heading into the NHL trade deadline with big questions after a frustrating loss. On this episode of Off Ice, Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley break down everything surrounding the Avs right now — from the game itself to the bigger picture decisions facing the front office. 🏒

We start with what went wrong last night, the strong play of Mackenzie Blackwood, the costly, and questionable, penalty on Cale Makar, and the continued impact of Martin Nečas. Then we zoom out to one of the biggest talking points around the team: the departure of Samuel Girard.

What did Girard’s tenure in Colorado ultimately look like? Were we surprised the Avs moved him now? And where did his trade value realistically land? The conversation also turns toward what Colorado might do next — including early trade targets and the types of players that could fit this roster.

We also discuss new addition Brett Kulak and what he brings that’s different from Girard, plus our early impressions from his first games in burgundy and blue.

With the NHL trade deadline just one week away, we break down:

The Avalanche’s current cap situation 💰

What moves they can make without sending money out

Players reportedly available around the league

The biggest needs Colorado still has before a playoff push

If you’re an Avs fan trying to track where this team is headed before the deadline, this is the breakdown you don’t want to miss.

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Team USA and Canada capped off an incredible two week run at the Olympics featuring NHL Players. Also, they unpack what to expect from the league's return to play starting on Wednesday as we hit the home stretch of the NHL Season and race towards the trade deadline

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John-Michael Liles joins Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley for a deep dive into Olympic pressure, NHL reality, and the culture that continues to define the Colorado Avalanche.

From his unforgettable experience representing Team USA at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy, to his 14-year NHL career and eventual transition into broadcasting, Liles pulls back the curtain on what life is really like at hockey’s highest levels. Plus, a closer look at the Avs at the Olympics as we stare down a gold medal game.

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