“You know, I…” O’Reilly said, before stopping and sighing and changing course. “I couldn’t care less. Knowing where we are, and how we’re playing, all that matters is tomorrow’s game and winning that game. And I’m not worried about anything else.”

Given their past contract negotiation issues, he stands out as a trade candidate. His talent will have many teams interested.

“You never know what they’re planning,” O’Reilly said last week. “For me personally, I can’t control any of that. It’s just my play.”

Interested teams could include the Canadiens, Maple Leafs and Jets. The Avs would be looking for some defensive help in return.