Evan’s Daily: Defense Will Have To Carry Avalanche, Devils Want Timo Meier

Given how the offense has looked this year, the Colorado Avalanche will need their defense to carry them to the playoffs. Plus, the Devils want the “final shot” in a Timo Meier trade.

That, and the latest NHL news and NHL trade rumors in your Colorado Hockey Now Evan’s Daily.

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San Jose: Timo Meier is maybe the biggest name on the trade block, and the New Jersey Devils really want him.

Pittsburgh: Evgeni Malkin hit 1,200 points in his career in a win over Anaheim.

Boston: With teams in the East starting to make moves, the Bruins are scouring the market for a defenseman.

Florida: Months after waivers, Josh Mahura signs an extension with the Panthers.

New York Islanders: Just a week after trading for Bo Horvat, the Islanders should be…sellers?!?

Vegas: The trade market has been set for wingers. Can the Golden Knights find themselves one?

Montreal: The Jordan Harris extension is a good bit of business for the Canadiens.