PARSSINEN SENT PACKING TO DENVER
The Colorado Avalanche acquired forward Juuso Parssinen and a seventh-round draft pick in 2026 from the Nashville Predators for forward Ondrej Pavel and a third-round draft pick in 2027.
What does it give the Colorado Avalanche
In Parssinen, the Avalanche acquire a versatile forward with both size and untapped offensive upside. He can play all three forward positions, which also helps. Look for Parssinen to be given an opportunity as a bottom-six forward in Denver.
What does it give the Nashville Predators
Pavel is less likely to see time at the National Hockey League level with his new team, although he might be a fourth-line option for Nashville if the club continues to struggle. Under that scenario, more players will be shipped out for future assets.
Fantasy impact
Parssinen has not done enough at the NHL level to warrant fantasy consideration at this time, especially now that he is moving to a much deeper squad in Colorado. That said, keep an eye on his progress in the second half of 2024-25.
