Brock Nelson, a former New York Islanders center, has signed a three-year contract extension with the Colorado Avalanche worth $7.5 million annually. After being traded to the Avalanche, Nelson contributed significantly during the regular season and playoffs. His contract represents a commitment from both Nelson and the Avalanche, as he expressed excitement about his family's future in Colorado and his bond with teammates and fans. The move comes amidst organizational changes for the Islanders, highlighting a pivotal moment in Nelson's career as he aims to continue his legacy in the NHL.
My family and I are excited to be staying in Colorado... but getting the opportunity to play for the Avalanche, to compete with a great group of teammates... we knew this was where we wanted to stay.
Nelson recorded six goals and seven assists in 19 regular-season games and four assists in seven playoff games with the Avalanche after... 12 seasons with New York.
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