Colorado Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland took a massive gamble when he traded away a slew of valuable assets, including a high draft pick, to acquire star forward Nazem Kadri, among other key players. The move sent shockwaves through the NHL, with many questioning MacFarland's bold strategy. However, as the Avalanche continue their dominant playoff run, it's clear that MacFarland's aggressive approach has paid off in a big way. In this in-depth look, we'll examine the behind-the-scenes story of MacFarland's high-stakes gamble and how it's led to the Avalanche's championship aspirations.

Chris MacFarland Bet Everything on Winning — and the Avalanche Are Cashing In  Yahoo Sports