Connor Hellebuyck Wants Out of Winnipeg. Should The Avalanche Make a Call?

Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request shakes up the NHL landscape—should the Colorado Avalanche make a bold move for one of hockey’s elite goaltenders? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson unpack Hellebuyck’s desire to leave Winnipeg, sparking debate over no-movement clauses, player leverage, and what it means for future NHL contracts. Could Hellebuyck be the missing piece for a Stanley Cup contender, and do the Avs have the assets to make it happen?

Key topics include Joe Sakic’s latest comments on Cale Makar and Jared Bednar’s contracts, Andrew Cogliano’s front office impact, and the Kroenke family’s blockbuster purchase of the Los Angeles Angels. The hosts also spotlight the Pittsburgh Penguins’ iconic legacy—Sidney Crosby, Mario Lemieux, and that beloved logo. From trade rumors to franchise cornerstones, this episode tackles the hottest questions facing Avalanche Nation.