5 Questions The Colorado Avalanche Must Answer By October

Minnesota Wild v Colorado Avalanche - Game Seven — The Colorado Avalanche made one of the best turnarounds in NHL history last season, but after a vigorous offseason, there are many questions that need to be answered before next season begins.

5. Can Zach Redmond Crack the Lineup?

5. Can Zach Redmond Crack the Lineup?

The former Ferris State Bulldog has spent most of his time in the minors and suffered a serious injury in 2013 when he lacerated his right femoral artery and vein in his mid-thigh region after he was cut by a teammate's skate; however, when called up to the NHL, he's shown he can play. His first career NHL goal shows the versatility of the 26-year-old, which will hopefully be on display in camp and ascend him into the opening night lineup.

4. Can Nathan MacKinnon Avoid a Sophomore Slump?

3. Can the Avs Improve Their Penalty Kill?

3. Can the Avs Improve Their Penalty Kill?

2. Who Will Jarome Iginla Play With?

Boston Bruins v Montreal Canadiens - Game Six

2. Who Will Jarome Iginla Play With?

1. Can Paul Stastny Be Replaced?

Colorado Avalanche v Minnesota Wild - Game Three

1. Can Paul Stastny Be Replaced?

Shane Darrow is an NHL writer for Rant Sports. You can follow him on Twitter @ShaneDarrow for up-to-date information, predictions and much more on the NHL offseason.

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