Avalanche rivals are playing a very dangerous game with their franchise superstar
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The Colorado Avalanche's longtime rival, the St. Louis Blues, appear to be treading dangerous waters with the way they're managing their franchise star, Jordan Kyrou.
Continuously circulating Kyrou's name in trade rumours could lead to unintended fallout.
Avalanche rivals are playing a dangerous game with Jordan Kyrou.
Joe DeMarini from Bleedin' Blue writes that it may be the quiet stretch of the offseason, but trade rumours are still swirling across the league. One name that refuses to fade from the conversation is Kyrou, and the Blues seem content to keep him in the spotlight.
"In fact, the Blues were apparently trying to shop him for a top-ten pick at the draft last month before his No-Trade Clause kicked in. However, once July 1 passed, the NTC on Kyrou's contract came into effect, and he cannot be traded without approval; the most likely outcome is Kyrou suits up on opening night for the Blues." -DeMarini
That said, Blues management is walking a fine line. While Kyrou would have to waive his no-trade clause to approve any potential deal, something that currently seems unlikely, the mere presence of his name in trade talks sends a risky message.
"The Blues could find themselves in a load of trouble if things move that way, as all of a sudden other players with contracts up for renewal--including prospects--and free agents start asking themselves the same question: 'Why would I want to play for an organization that treats even their top players this poorly?' -DeMarini
As a smaller market team compared to places like New York or Los Angeles, the Blues already face challenges attracting top free agents. Mishandling a potential Kyrou trade could only make things worse, if the organization comes across as disorganized or disrespectful toward its star players, it could seriously damage St. Louis's reputation as a desirable destination for talent.
"The Blues need to be extremely careful with how they're handling these Kyrou rumors, and if the situation becomes so untenable and miserable for Kyrou that he's willing to waive his trade protections, that will reflect poorly on the organization as a whole." -DeMarini
If the Blues truly believe they need to move their top-line winger, so be it, but they must understand that failing to handle the situation with the seriousness it deserves could bring real consequences.
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