The Colorado Avalanche are facing a challenging offseason with limited salary cap space and a backlog of trade rumors surrounding their roster, particularly concerning defenseman Samuel Girard. While the team is well-stocked at center with stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Charlie Coyle, their financial constraints, with only $1.2 million available, pose significant challenges for any moves they want to make. Recent insights highlight potential trade targets ahead of the NHL draft, including several players with pending RFA status, like JJ Peterka and Marco Rossi, which could shake up the roster landscape.