Avalanche acquire Cogliano from Sharks

The Colorado Avalanche are loading up for a potential Stanley Cup run.

Colorado has acquired winger Andrew Cogliano from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a 2024 fifth-round pick, the teams announced.

Cogliano has four goals and 11 assists in 56 games this season while averaging 13:12 of ice time per contest. The 34-year-old doesn't possess the scoring touch he once had, but he's still a reliable, speedy checker.

The 15-year veteran carries a $1-million cap hit and will be an unrestricted free agent at season's end.

Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic has been busy in the lead-up to the trade deadline, acquiring defenseman Josh Manson and winger Artturi Lehkonen in addition to Cogliano.