Joe Sakic already making big deals, bringing back veterans in his return to role as Avalanche GM

Avalanche GM Joe Sakic breaks silence on shock Valeri Nichushkin trade - "He had some personal issues that he overcame"

Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic opened up about the organization's decision to trade Valeri Nichushkin, describing it as one of the toughest moves he has had to make as GM.

Joe Sakic already making big deals, bringing back veterans in his return to role as Avalanche GM

DENVER (AP) Joe Sakic wasn't content to simply run it back. Far from it, even if the Colorado Avalanche did have the best record in the regular season.Super Joe," his nickname as a Hall of Fame player, has certainly lived up to his reputation of Trader Joe since stepping back into his role of GM for the Avalanche. He already has orchestrated several deals in this young offseason.Because if there's one thing Sakic knows all about, it's championsh…

Joe Sakic already making big deals, bringing back veterans in return to Avalanche GM role

Joe Sakic wasn't content to simply run it back. Far from it, even if the Colorado Avalanche did have the best record in the regular season.