The Colorado Avalanche were one of the biggest surprises last season, getting huge contributions out of rookies and players who had been relegated to reduced roles on other teams.
This year there are high expectations for that same group, as the younger players will now play the role of mentor to more major league rookies as Colorado continues it's overhaul.
Whether they have the same success this season we'll have to wait and see, but it seems that the Avalanche are taking the proper steps to regaining elite status in the Western Conference. Some of my bold (and not so bold) predictions are going to have some players taking steps to personal greatness as well.
1) John-Michael Liles has the quietest 40-point season of any defenseman
You really only hear about Liles when he's trade bait, but when an off-year for a guy is a 31-point season, he's got plenty of ability when it comes to pushing the puck up ice and creating chances. He's been spotty the past three seasons (point totals of 32, 39, and 31) since posting back-to-back 40s, but he rides the roller coaster to the top again.
2) Pet ...
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BT’s 10 Bold 2010-11 NHL Predictions: The Colorado Avalanche
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