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Avalanche Reassign Ahcan as Josh Manson Nears Return

His return would stabilize Colorado's second defense pair.

Overview

  • Colorado sent defenseman Jack Ahcan to the AHL’s Colorado Eagles in a move linked to Josh Manson’s expected return from an upper-body injury.
  • Head coach Jared Bednar told The Athletic he feels good about Manson being available to play.
  • Josh Manson took part in morning skate before Game 3 against the Wild, according to ClutchPoints.
  • Manson has anchored the second pair behind Cale Makar this season, producing 31 points with 99 blocks and 174 hits after leaving Game 3 of the first round early.
  • Ahcan heads back to a featured role with the Eagles after a 50-point AHL season and three playoff games, joining a team off to a strong start in its Calder Cup push.