Are the Colorado Avalanche true contenders or just pretenders? The upcoming NHL season will put this burning question to rest as skeptics and fans alike eagerly await the puck drop.

On today's episode we dissect the Avalanche's championship aspirations, addressing concerns from outside the fanbase and media skepticism. The duo explores potential contract extensions for key players like Cale Makar and Martin Necas, projecting possible terms and salaries. They also tackle the team's goaltending strategy, weighing the merits of Mackenzie Blackwood as the primary starter versus increased ice time for backup Wedgwood.

0:00 Intro: Are Avalanche legitimate contenders?

5:04 Answering fan questions on Avs' contender status

12:31 Discussing potential contract extensions for Avs

17:21 Projecting Cale Makar's next contract

23:57 Should Wedgwood get more starts in goal?

27:08 Debate on bringing back "All The Small Things"

29:57 Star Trek vs. Spaceballs: Pop culture preferences

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