Deen’s Daily: Avs Took Advantage of Coyle’s Market Value; Devils Dealing Top Defenseman?

The Avs have cap flexibility thanks to their center depth entering the draft. Also, the New Jersey Devils might be looking to move a massive piece off of their blueline.

All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — July 6.

Colorado Hockey Now

This feels like the type of summer that’s going to drag out a little bit longer than usual. At least when it comes to roster movement.

Many of you are confused as to why the Avalanche shed Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood off the roster without replacing them. The short answer is, the UFA market wasn’t as strong as years past, and it’ll likely take a late signing or more importantly, a trade, to fill those spots.

I released a UFA Board that targets five forwards the Avs could look at. But I also do believe Chris MacFarland is keeping a closer eye on the trade market. He admitted that much on July 3 when he spoke to media after the Brent Burns signing.

READ MORE: Avalanche UFA Board: Bottom Six Depth Options Remain on The Market

Also, the Coyle trade was more than just about recouping assets. Colorado used the value of their third-line center to strategically move off of a bad contract. It’s the second time they were able to do that in a short span with Coyle.

And it was well worth it to gain the flexibility and assets they got for future moves. Even if those moves don’t happen right away.

Read More: Report: Avalanche Used Charlie Coyle to Solve Their Miles Wood Problem

Around The NHL

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Three teams that could use Rickard Rakell.

New Jersey Hockey Now: The Devils had a prominent defenseman on the market last week. Could he still be moved? 

San Jose Hockey Now: Alex Nedeljkovic was not expecting a trade this summer. He’s now part of the Sharks’ new tandem with Yaroslav Askarov.