Long linked to the Colorado Avalanche in commerce chatter, Brayden Schenn might be the shock addition that shakes up Colorado’s playoff push.
In a February 16, 2025, version of his mailbag for the The Denver Gazette, Evan Rawal explored whether or not Schenn is likely to be a practical match for the Avalanche. At the time, it appeared speculative—however now, because the commerce deadline looms, Schenn has emerged as a possible candidate for Colorado.
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According to Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic, if Schenn had been to be traded, the Avalanche could be the solely crew he’d take into account. The 34-year-old ahead, who can play each heart and wing, carries a 15-team no-trade clause.
“Schenn might only be interested in moving if the team is the Colorado Avalanche,” Rutherford famous.
This season, the Blues captain—a part of St. Louis’ 2019 Stanley Cup-winning roster—has tallied 12 targets and 28 factors in 61 video games. He has two years remaining on his contract after this season, with a $6.5 million cap hit. Last 12 months, Schenn recorded 50 factors in 82 video games.
Brayden Schenn celebrates profitable the Stanley Cup. Credit: Brian Fluharty
Currently, he’s skating on the Blues’ high line at left wing alongside heart Robert Thomas and Jimmy Snuggerud. Any potential Avalanche acquisition would possible slot Schenn in as a depth addition, probably boosting the third-line wing, with wage retention from St. Louis anticipated in any deal.
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Even if Schenn is a tempting goal, Avalanche legend Erik Johnson warns in opposition to overhauling a crew that’s already acting at a historic degree.
“This is where I would be cautious,” Johnson stated when requested about Colorado probably including a winger on the deadline. “The Avs are having their best season ever. Boston added after a record-setting regular season in 2023 and got bounced in Round 1. There is something to be said for not tinkering too much when your team is rolling.”
Johnson’s level resonates: the Avalanche have been dominant all season, and crew chemistry is delicate. A single misstep or a participant who doesn’t combine effectively may disrupt the steadiness—one thing Boston skilled firsthand in 2023.
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Colorado has already addressed some depth considerations this week, buying defenseman Nick Blankenburg and heart Nicolas Roy to additional spherical out the roster.
Whether Schenn turns into a part of the Avalanche combine stays to be seen—however because the commerce deadline approaches in the subsequent few hours, all eyes in Denver might be watching intently.
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