Colorado Avalanche considered a blockbuster move for Connor Hellebuyck, eyeing a league-altering goalie upgrade that could have reshaped the Stanley Cup race. Could bringing the “world’s best goalie” to Denver have changed the Avalanche’s trajectory? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson break down the rumors from Elliotte Friedman’s 32 Thoughts, exploring trade logistics, potential assets on the move, and how Hellebuyck in net might have meant no regression for Colorado.
The hosts debate Mackenzie Blackwood’s place, Scott Wedgwood’s breakout season, and the Avalanche’s commitment to a modern goaltending tandem versus superstar contracts. Discussion shifts to Colorado’s youth movement: Can players like Gavin Brinley and Taylor Makar seize NHL roles in a “win-now” environment? Insightful takes on prospect opportunities, roster construction, and playoff implications make this a can’t-miss listen for fans tracking the Avalanche’s quest for hockey supremacy.
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Regardless Connor Hellebuyck should know coming to the Colorado Avalanche is a certainty of a Stanley Cup. Giving up Wedgewood and Blackwood for Connor Hellebuyck in quick heart beat.
Two Canadian goalies for one American goalie. Who would have thought?
It prob would've involved Nuke & Blacky; they are Bros.
A+ for Weggie!! Such an amazing season for him.
That's been the avs weakness since 2022
you have to give up wedge and blackwood, for hellybuk in his Prime… if it were available. but 33yrs old is rough
I'd trade both for Hally in a heartbeat. They both showed mental lapses in the Postseason. Bucky backed up by Miner would be 🔥🔥🔥
Not going to the Avs everyone knows Hellebuyck is gonna end up in Buffalo. Hellebuyck already stated he will wave his no trade clause for Buffalo
I think this is a crazy idea! It would cost us to much!
If we have so much money to spent it would be better to take Robertson from Dallas!? That crazy to!
This whole episode all I kept saying to myself was "I coulda been a contender!"