The New York Rangers scouts were at today’s Avalanche game in Colorado. Of course, they were likely there to scout Detroit who are their next opponent after they face off against the Islanders tomorrow. Still when it comes to Colorado, you can’t avoid the Chris Kreider trade possibility. And maybe the Rangers are killing two birds with one stone.
Kreider to the Avs trade makeup
So what would a deal with the Avalanche look like if Kreider is indeed traded as a rental at the deadline? Even if the Rangers decide to retain 50% of Kreider’s salary, the asking price starts with a 1st rounder.