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Avalanche rumoured to be closing in on blockbuster reunion with elite power forward
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This could be a tempting time for the Colorado Avalanche to circle back on Kiefer Sherwood, a familiar face now making waves with the Vancouver Canucks. Sherwood's hit-heavy style and scoring spike has stirred interest just as Colorado paces the NHL standings, raising the question: do the Avs really need him?
Sherwood has 12 goals and 4 assists in 2025-26, along with 103 hits, ranking second in the entire league and third in scoring on Vancouver behind elite names.
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Stefano Rufino from The Hockey News writes that his physical presence and scoring bump make him a strong bottom-six or secondary-scoring option for a team chasing the Cup.
Still, Colorado currently leads the league (17-1-6) and has shown scoring depth along with elite goaltending.
With several internal options, including healthy NHL and AHL talent, the need for Sherwood is not obvious.
Given Sherwood's modest $1.5 M cap hit and lack of trade protection, acquiring him seems financially feasible.
But Vancouver reportedly values him as a "rising asset," asking for a second-round pick or solid young return.
If injuries pile up or current depth wavers, Sherwood could slide in as a bottom-six wing who wins puck battles and chips in a few goals. Even so, trading for him would consume future assets, which could limit flexibility when re-signing pending RFA/UFA players next offseason.
For now, it feels like the Avalanche front office should watch the market, but act only if roster need and price align. The idea of re-uniting with Sherwood has appeal, yet only the right moment makes it worthwhile.
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