The Colorado Avalanche locked up a key centre. The news was announced Wednesday that Brock Nelson signed an extension with the Avalanche. This is a three-year contract that's worth $22.5 million. The deal carries an average annual cap hit of $7.5 million per season, expiring at the end of the 2027-28 season.
Brock Nelson Signs Extension with Colorado Avalanche
Nelson spent the majority of his 14-year NHL career with the New York Islanders, joining the Avalanche at the 2025 trade deadline. Appearing in 80 games, the 33-year-old collected 26 goals, 30 assists and 56 points across the season. He brought a strong presence in the face-off circle, finishing with a winning percentage of 52.
The Warroad, Minn. native has 301 goals and 286 assists for 587 points across 920 career games. The Isla