Colorado Avalanche face crucial contract showdown with Martin Necas ahead of NHL season

The Colorado Avalanche face a crucial period with Martin Necas as training camp nears. Acquired in exchange for Mikko Rantanen, Necas presents both opportunity and risk. GM Chris MacFarland aims to secure a long-term deal before the season, vital for the team’s championship aspirations. Negotiations are paused as Necas’s agent monitors Kirill Kaprizov’s deal, potentially influencing Necas’s value.