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sports2 years ago

"2023 Colorado Avalanche: Draft Class, Contracts, and Smart Moves"

The Colorado Avalanche made their draft selections in the 2023 NHL Draft, adding five new prospects to their pipeline. Their first-round picks were Calum Ritchie, a center known for his maturity and two-way game, and Mikhail Gulyayev, a defenseman with excellent skating ability and offensive instincts. The Avalanche also selected Nikita Ishimnikov, a defenseman with great size and potential, Jeremy Hanzel, a determined and hardworking defenseman, and Maros Jedlicka, a center with limited information available. The prospects are expected to develop over the next few years before potentially joining the NHL.

sports2 years ago

Colorado Avalanche Make Strategic Moves at 2023 NHL Draft

The Colorado Avalanche made five selections at the 2023 NHL Draft, choosing two forwards and three defensemen. Their first-round picks were center Calum Ritchie and defenseman Mikhail Gulyayev. They also selected defenseman Nikita Ishimnikov in the fifth round, defenseman Jeremy Hanzel in the sixth round, and center Maros Jedlicka in the seventh round. The Avalanche acquired additional picks and players through trades with the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning.

sports2 years ago

"Colorado Avalanche's Draft Day Success: MacFarland, Ritchie, and More"

The Colorado Avalanche made two selections in the first round of the NHL Draft, choosing Calum Ritchie and Mikhail Gulyayev. Avalanche General Manager Chris MacFarland discussed the team's selections, potential trades, and plans for free agency. MacFarland also addressed the trade involving Alex Newhook and the acquisition of Ross Colton. The team is focused on the draft but will begin negotiations with pending RFAs and explore potential deals in the coming days. The Avalanche are also working on filling their coaching vacancy.

sports2 years ago

Colorado Avalanche's Successful NHL Draft: Center and Defenseman Picks, Vegas Making Moves, and More

The Colorado Avalanche kept both of their first-round picks in the 2023 NHL Draft and selected center Calum Ritchie at #27 and defenseman Mikhail Gulyayev at #31. Ritchie, despite playing through an injury, is considered a steal with top-10 potential, while Gulyayev is praised for his skating and offensive skills. The Avalanche aim to restock their prospect pool after trading away prospects and picks in recent years, and these picks add talent to their farm system. The team believes they can address their middle-six needs through free agency, and overall, the Avalanche are seen as a stronger team after the draft.