Deen’s Daily: Avs Looking For More Trades; Landeskog’s Career In Jeopardy?

Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland met with the media on Monday. What were some of the keys of his press conference? Also, with the trade deadline just three days away, the chatter is starting to pick up around the league.

All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — March 4.

Colorado Hockey Now

Not that this needed confirmation, but the Avalanche are not done making trades. The deadline is just three days away, and MacFarland had this to say about the roster as currently constructed.

MacFarland usually meets with us twice around the deadline. Once before (Monday) and once after the Avs are done on the day of. Since Friday will likely cover all of the impending moves that might trickle through this week, Monday was used to get clarity, again, on the uncertainty surrounding Gabriel Landeskog.

Here’s what the GM said about the team captain, who is coming up on three years since he last suited up.

Like Jared Bednar on Sunday, MacFarland spoke highly of newly acquired defenseman Ryan Lindgren. He’ll debut with the Avs later tonight. MacFarland loves what the minute-munching defenseman brings to the lineup. And the fit might be exactly what the team needs — if deployed correctly.

Check out the latest episode of my podcast, Rinkside with Aarif Deen — Lindgren and Vesey Additions | March 3, 2025.

Around the NHL

New Jersey Hockey Now: The Devils already needed another center before losing Jack Hughes. Here are some options they can explore.

Detroit Hockey Now: After working their way back into the playoff race, should the Red Wings explore some trade options? Here are some defense options.

NYI Hockey Now: Thomas Hickey, who used to play for the Isles, joined the Steve Dangle podcast to discuss the latest rumors around the team.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Tristan Jarry is back in the NHL after a recent call-up.

Trade Boards

It’s worth reviewing the latest Trade Boards from a couple of NHL Insiders.

Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos has 25 names to watch before Friday. One of the Avs made the list.

Daily Faceoff has 45 names to keep an eye on ahead of Friday’s deadline.