Forward Arturri lehkonen will continue to support the Colorado Avalanche A five-year, $22.5million contract extension
The Avalanche traded the veteran for a highly-valued veteran. Montreal Canadiens In March, he played his way to a substantial raise following a fantastic second half of the season and memorable contributions during the postseason.
Lehkonen, a strong presence in the middle six who inspires teammates, was an integral part of Colorado’s Stanley Cup run.
The 27-year old scored eight goals and 14 points in 20 playoff matches and also tallied key markers, such as the game-winner in Game 4 against the Western Conference Final. Edmonton OilersAs the Avalanche beat the Penguins to reach the Stanley Cup Final, Tampa Bay Lightning.
Rumored star forward interests the Avalanche Claude Giroux Giroux was sold to make way for Lehkonen, who would fill a similar role in the regular season. Philadelphia Flyers To the Florida Panthers. Giroux signed the Ottawa Senators Free agency Wednesday