Avs Nab Leafs Forward for Deadline Firepower

The Avalanche pull off a slick trade with the Maple Leafs, landing a gritty forward to bolster their already stacked lineup just before tomorrow's deadline. GM Chris MacFarland has been vocal about adding depth down the middle behind MacKinnon and Nelson, and this move fits the bill without breaking the bank on long-term cap hits. With Cale Makar's extension looming, Colorado stays nimble, turning a depth piece from Toronto's struggling fourth line into real playoff insurance.