Colorado Avalanche Trade Ross Colton to Nashville Predators

The Colorado Avalanche have made a significant move by trading forward Ross Colton to the Nashville Predators. Announced on Tuesday, this trade marks the first transaction for Chris McFarland, the new head of hockey operations for Nashville, who previously served as the general manager for the Avalanche. In exchange for Colton, the Avalanche will receive goaltender prospect Magnus Chrona, along with a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 third-round pick. Ross Colton, 29, had a challenging season with the Avalanche, recording only nine goals and 24 points in 73 games, his lowest offensive output since his rookie year. Despite his struggles, Colton was considered a valuable middle-of-the-lineup player but faced multiple healthy scratches during the playoffs. He is under contract for one more season with a cap hit of $4 million, making this trade a strategic move for both teams as they look to reshape their rosters for the upcoming season.