Denver Post sports writer Mike Chambers responds to questions in the Avs Mailbag every other week during the regular season.
Pose an Avalanche- or NHL-related question for the Avs Mailbag.
Do you think the Avalanche have what it takes to get back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and make an even deeper run next season?
— Dan, Brighton
Yes, Dan, I certainly do. Depending on how they improve at forward in a top-six role, they will be a better team. Goaltending and the blue line is strong.