Aarif Deen
Former Colorado Avalanche center Jack Drury landed a long-term deal with his new team. How much did he sign for? The Avs begin development camp tomorrow, and their roster was released on Sunday. Also, the Edmonton Oilers want to trade Darnell Nurse, and he has a list of teams he’d be willing to waive his no-trade clause for.
All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — June 29.
Colorado Hockey Now
It was quiet on the Avalanche front on Sunday, as Joe Sakic and his staff continue to prepare for what should be a busy July 1. In the meantime, the Nashville Predators and former Avs GM Chris MacFarland got a big piece of business work late in the weekend.
I know we’ve been saying for weeks that we need to all reset our expectations for what players are worth with the rising salary cap, but it’s still going to be an adjustment. Exhibit A: Jack Drury’s new contract with the Predators.
Here are key takeaways from the Avs’ development camp roster.
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