Can the Colorado Avalanche maintain their championship aspirations heading into next season? With the Denver sports scene buzzing, the Avalanche and Nuggets are at the forefront, showcasing their prowess in the NHL and NBA with the Denver Broncos ready to join them.  

Gabe Landeskog's return from injury and Martin Nečas' contract year are hot topics, as fans eagerly anticipate their impact on the ice. The episode also explores Nazem Kadri's tweet about Mikko Rantanen, sparking a conversation on salary cap strategies and future planning for Cale Makar's contract.  

Tune in to discover how these factors could shape the Avalanche's path to success and what it means for their future in the NHL.

0:00 Intro: State of sports in Denver

5:52 High or low on Gabe Landeskog

14:31 Martin Nečas: Contract year expectations

26:58 Nazem Kadri's tweet about Mikko Rantanen

31:43 Salary cap constraints and tough decisions

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