Many fans were hopeful that Jonathan Drouin would flourish in Colorado, especially given the golden opportunity to start the season on the top line alongside his good friend Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen.
Unfortunately, despite a promising first game, the former Canadiens forward is currently struggling, with a paltry return of just one assist in eight games.
In recent hours, Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar made a significant move. Indeed, the Quebec-native was now practicing with the fourth unit alongside four other forwards.
While some observers had predicted he might reignite his career, possibly reaching the 60-point mark this season, it now looks like Jonathan Drouin will be playing on the team's fourth line or might even be benched.