Avalanche re-sign Gabriel Landeskog to lucrative eight-year extension

The Colorado Avalanche have reached a deal with their captain!

The team confirmed that they have signed veteran leader Gabriel Landeskog to an eight-year, $56 million contract extension worth an average annual value of $7 million.

“We are thrilled to have our captain signed to a long-term deal. Gabe is the heart and soul of this team and an integral part of our organization both on the ice and in the community,” said general manager Joe Sakic in a press release.

“He’s the consummate leader, a great teammate, and alongside (Nathan) MacKinnon and (Mikko) Rantanen, is part of what has been one of the NHL’s best lines over the past four seasons. We are excited to have Landy in an Avalanche sweater for many years to come.”

The 28-year old, who was selected 2nd overall in the 2011 NHL Draft, has been with the Avalanche for 10 seasons and has represented them as their captain for nine.

Throughout his career, he has posted 218 goals and 294 assists along with being selected to be an NHL All-Star in 2019 and winning the Calder Trophy in 2012.