This is an unbelievably good move for the Avalanche, who cleared $7.75 million in cap space and could be unexpected players in free agency.

Forwards Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood were traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets Friday in return for forward prospect Gavin Brindley and two draft selections, the hockey club announced .

When the Colorado Avalanche committed to bringing Brock Nelson back earlier this month, it meant that at least one of his teammates had to go. The Avs made their second big move of the offseason Friday,