He’s asked for a fresh start and I think we’re going to honor that. “Don’t like seeing great players — and he is a great player, I think often one of my favorite draft picks in my time.

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (upper body) will return to work on Thursday against Edmonton. He is available for selection again after missing three games due to an upper-body injury ...

Despite a 49.18% 5v5 xG% that would indicate some struggles to drive play, some of that has been due to playing with Manson, as Girard sees that jump up a bit more to 50.99% away from Manson.