Avalanche Rally Behind MacFarland in GM of the Year Push

Chris MacFarland has the kind of reputation that wins over an NHL room long before it wins over a trophy panel. Colorado is making it clear that his work ethic is part of the pitch, and in this league that usually means the people who matter have seen the grind up close. GM of the year chatter tends to reward the loudest success stories, but this one sounds like a case study in steady pressure and constant follow-through.