The Avs GM acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding Landeskog’s recovery from a right knee injury, stating that while the 32-year-old continues to work toward a comeback, no clear timeline exists, painting a murky future. “I think you guys can figure out where this is kind of going," MacFarland said. “Hopefully, it’ll keep going well.”

Gabriel Landeskog still isn't ready to play for the Avalanche, and that day doesn't appear to be coming anytime soon.

Chris MacFarland has tinkered with his roster plenty, but the Avs don’t appear to be adding the captain to it anytime soon.

Four days prior to the NHL trade deadline, Colorado general manager Chris MacFarland said Monday a Landeskog return this season, while not impossible, is unlikely. "He's grinding hard every single day,