Not saying they should move him, but Girard money could be used elsewhere.

Depends on Newhook. If Avs turn G into a F, well then now Toews becomes more vital. Also Byram: if he rises to a dependable, top pair guy, maybe it doesn't matter. GMCM will have some tough, long-lasting choices to make with impact guys; this roster shows the Avs CAN kick the can down the street just a little more if they want to. They still have some high draft picks to rent gap-fillers.

No panic needed, so GMCM can let things unfold & let the roster come to him. Don't forget about AGMKM; we might see more prospect promotions like JLF...

Behrens will need a full ahl year to mature and adapt to a pro schedule, leaving Aamodt and lil-Z as in house cheap 3ld replacements. Both aren't nhl ready yet. Out of that 5m "savings" on Girard, at best its 4m. Who can they bring in to make this team BETTER ALL AROUND and also replace Girard? Offseason will be a different discussion tho.