Every time trade talks involve the Colorado Avalanche, Crosby’s name arises. His friendship with fellow Nova Scotian Nathan MacKinnon has made some people believe a Crosby trade to Colorado is a foregone conclusion. Paul Bissonnette and Ryan Whitney have made quite the post-playing careers for themselves. When they speak, the hockey world hears it.

The Colorado Avalanche’s decision to trade Mikko Rantanen in a three-team blockbuster trade has already sparked speculation about what they might do next. As reported by The Athletic's Chris Johnston shortly after the deal was announced,

After the Avs moved Mikko Rantanen in a stunning blockbuster on Friday, rumours immediately emerged that Crosby was joining MacKinnon in Denver. This is what’s being said about that in the link below: