Avalanche Acquire Defenseman Nick Blankenburg from Predators

The Colorado Avalanche have acquired right-shot defenseman Nick Blankenburg from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a 2027 5th-round draft pick. The 27-year-old is in the midst of a career-best season, recording 21 points (6G, 15A) in 49 games. Blankenburg, who is on an expiring $775K contract, is expected to provide reliable depth and mobility as the Avalanche's 7th defenseman for the stretch run. He departs Nashville having played 109 games for the franchise.