Avalanche search for offseason answers after Vegas ends Presidents' Trophy-winning season with sweep
The Colorado Avalanche faced a disappointing end to their season after being swept by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Final. Captain Gabriel Landeskog and defenseman Cale Makar expressed feelings of emptiness and toughness following the loss. The team, which had a strong regular season, is now contemplating potential changes to their coaching staff and roster for the upcoming offseason.
- ▪The Avalanche were the Presidents' Trophy winners but were swept in the playoffs by the Golden Knights.
- ▪Logan O'Connor described the season's end as feeling like a waste.
- ▪The team is considering changes to their coaching staff and roster after the disappointing playoff performance.
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