Tue, Feb 26, 2008 at 1:15pm

FOOTE BACK TO COLORADO

The Colorado Avalanche acquired defenseman Adam Foote from the Columbus Blue Jackets for a first-round draft pick in 2008 and a fourth-round draft pick in 2009.

What does it give the Colorado Avalanche
The Avs are having a high-school reunion this week, as Foote joins Peter Forsberg as returnees to the Colorado fold. Foote and Ruslan Salei provide plenty of defensive improvement in Denver, especially with Brett Clark and Jeff Finger injured. Is Rob Blake next?

What does it give the Columbus Blue Jackets
If the Avs make the playoffs this year, the Jackets will receive a first rounder in 2008. Otherwise, the Avs' No. 1 pick in 2009 will be dealt. Furthermore, Columbus also receives an extra pick if Foote decides to re-sign with Colorado. This is a great return for the Jackets, though they are clearly in sell-mode now.

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Columbus Blue Jackets

a first-round draft pick in 2008

a fourth-round draft pick in 2009