Interesting to watch some Avs fans fret about Will Butcher.
5th round pick in 2013 and just won the Hobey Baker and national championship, he can become an UFA on August 15.
Stats:
http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=97590
The reports from Denver area beat writers was that the Avs were going to offer him a contract as soon as his season was done, but so far no announcement of signing thus far.
If he does go UFA, he could potentially have his pick of teams to sign with. However the Avs with one of the weakest d-men depth in the league and given that he is from the mid-west USA would be signs that Colorado would be a good fit. Perhaps he is concerned with the direction and management of the Avs. Or perhaps just prolonged contract discussions where the Avs are being stingy on some items.