Samuel Girard Gets A 7-Year Contract Extension

The young defenseman Samuel Girard and the Colorado Avalanche have agreed to a 7-year $35 million contract extension. This contract keeps Girard under contract through the 2026-2027 season. 

"Samuel Girard has the exceptional ability to skate and move the puck.” - Joe Sakic, Colorado Avalanche general manager

The Avalanche are trying to keep their young nucleus of players that was apart of the teams 2 consecutive playoff appearances.