Ryan Johansen traded to Avalanche by the Predators for Alex Galchenyuk

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NHL teams are already preparing for the next season. There are many plans in circulation that they will try to implement in the coming period. The Avalanche and Predators have already started seriously. Ryan Johansen was traded to the Colorado Avalanche by the Nashville Predators for Alex Galchenyuk yesterday.

Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland is happy that they were able to get the job done and get such a boost. Ryan will be of great benefit to the team.
"Ryan is a talented, veteran center who helps our top six," -Chris MacFarland said, as quoted by NHL.

"He gives us size (6-foot-3, 218 pounds) in the middle of the ice and brings leadership and experience to our roster. We look forward to adding him to our team."

Barry Trotz on Johansen

Predators general manager Barry Trotz thanked Johansen for everything he gave to the team.

Johansen played an important role in the team, and helped the Predators achieve their goals in previous seasons. In addition, he was an important factor in helping young hockey players. The Colorado Avalanche got a big player.

It is expected that he will be somewhat good in the new chapter of his career. "On behalf of the Predators organization, we want to thank Ryan for his contributions to our team and community over the last seven-plus years.

He played a large role in our franchise's accomplishments since arriving in January 2016, helping lead us to the 2017 Stanley Cup Final, the 2018 Presidents' Trophy, back-to-back Central Division titles in 2018 and 2019 and several postseason appearances.

Ryan also dedicated a considerable amount of time to the Predators Foundation and helped us grow the game in Middle Tennessee, including his work with youth hockey in our community. We wish Ryan all the best in Colorado." Everyone is looking forward to the next season as it will confirm a lot of things. A lot is expected from Johansen.