Morning Flurries: Joe Sakic will be "listening to all offers"

Colorado Avalanche

Joe Sakic spoke yesterday and discussed Matt Duchene trade talks, the offseason and the potential of being active on the waiver wire [Denver Post]

Top U.S. college player Will Butcher a free agent after declining Avalanche deal. [The Star]

Butcher has talks with 5 NHL teams since becoming free agent. [National Post]

The Rest of the Game

The Devils announced they have lost a huge part of their lineup as Travis Zajac will miss 4-6 months with a torn pectoral muscle [Sportsnet]

What If NHL Players Go to the Olympics? [The Hockey Writers]

Hockey mom Celine Dion dances in Golden Knights jersey. [NHL]

Bill Daly comments on potential NHL team in Kansas City. [Sportsnet]