It has been reported that the Colorado Avalanche and Nathan MacKinnon have been in early talks trying to hammer out an extension for the superstar forward that would kick into effect after next season. It's not something the Avs feel needs to be rushed into, but also something they would like done so it is one less thing to worry about next offseason.

But does the Johnny Gaudreau move to Columbus have the Avs thinking they need to move quicker than originally thought so they are not in a position next offseason where MacKinnon's thinking could change and now he is open for business? We discuss.

We also hand Sammy G his season grade, and we both agree it was a down year for the d-man.

Coach Bednar has his day with the Cup and he brought it back to his home state of South Carolina.

Tune in and subscribe!

BetOnline

BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices