Avalanche's latest preseason moves ignite heated debate among fans and analysts

The moves come a few days after the Avalanche won both of their preseason split-squad games against Utah on Sunday.

As the Avalanche approach the start of a new season, the team has made several key roster cuts during training camp.

On Friday, the Avalanche announced that they've reassigned defensemen Saige Weinstein, Hank Kempf, and Connor Kelley to the AHL Colorado Eagles.

Earlier this week, the Avalanche also re-assigned Christian Humphreys to the OHL's Kitchener Rangers, while Max Curran (Edmonton, WHL) and Linus Funck (London, OHL) were returned to their junior teams to continue their development.

The Avalanche's impressive back-to-back preseason victories over the Utah Mammoth this past weekend have not only showcased the team's depth and potential but also sparked major expectations that this could be the beginning of a highly promising season ahead.

As the Avalanche near the end of preseason, the team has shown flashes of chemistry, skill, and depth that hint at an exciting season with a real shot of capturing another Stanley Cup championship.

The Avalanche have now faced 51 players on their camp roster and will return to the ice on Saturday for their third scheduled preseason game at Ball Arena against their divisional rival Dallas Stars. Colorado's current preseason roster now sits at 48.

Puck drop is set for 5 p.m. MT.

Source:
NHL.com
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