Joe Sakic makes several trades in return to Avalanche GM role

Joe Sakic is active in reshaping the Colorado Avalanche roster after being reinstated as General Manager. Following a playoff sweep by the Vegas Golden Knights, Sakic has traded Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets and Ross Colton to the Nashville Predators, among other deals. He has re-signed defensemen Brent Burns and Brett Kulak, aiming to strengthen the team's competitive edge. Sakic's changes reflect a desire to capitalize on the talent of key players like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, looking to address future championship opportunities. More moves are anticipated as Sakic continues evaluating the roster.

• 9:31 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Sakic already making big deals, bringing back veterans in his return to role as Avalanche GM