Alex Galchenyuk Signs with Colorado Avalanche

One-Year, $750,000 Contract

The Colorado Avalanche have signed forward Alex Galchenyuk to a one-year, $750,000 contract, the team announced on Nov. 7. The contract carries a cap hit of $750,000.

NHL Career

Galchenyuk, 27, has 140 goals and 191 assists in 583 regular-season games with the Montreal Canadiens, Arizona Coyotes, and Ottawa Senators. He was drafted third overall by the Canadiens in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.

Recent Transactions

Galchenyuk was traded to the Coyotes by the Canadiens in 2018 and then to the Senators in 2019. He was bought out by the Senators in July 2021.

The Avalanche are hoping that Galchenyuk can provide some depth scoring and playmaking. He is a versatile player who can play center or wing.

Conclusion

Galchenyuk's signing is a low-risk, high-reward move for the Avalanche. He is a talented player who has shown flashes of his potential in the past. If he can stay healthy and consistent, he could be a valuable addition to the Avalanche's lineup.