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Avalanche Roster Battles: Makar's Pressure, Burnside Defense, and the Center Ice War | Beatline Avalanche
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The Colorado Avalanche face critical roster decisions ahead of the 2026-27 season. With Cale Makar’s record $163.2 million contract signed, the focus shifts to lineup construction. Key battles include Nazem Kadri vs. Martin Necas for second-line center, and the integration of new defenders Brent Burns and Josh Manson alongside Makar and Devon Toews. Mackenzie Blackwood is favored to start the opener against the Los Angeles Kings.
We analyze the center ice competition involving Kadri, Necas, Brock Nelson…
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