I have been a fan of Oleksiak for a couple years now but really looking at the Colorado team, where does a guy like him fit on the Avs? Maybe fifth? If he’s on the flames will he shut down McDavid or Mackinnon’s speed? I personally don’t think so. So why pay a premium for him in free agency if he can’t keep up with the big boys, won’t fit the identity if they go with speed, and he may be a cap burden in the future. I’d have to pass on any free agent this off-season.
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