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Avalanche lock up Sam Girard for 7 more years

The Colorado Avalanche announced Wednesday that the team has extended the contract for Sam Girard through the 2026-27 season.
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Brandon Saad #20 of the Chicago Blackhawks fights for the puck against Samuel Girard #49 of the Colorado Avalanche in the first period at the Pepsi Center on December 29, 2018 in Denver, Colorado.

DENVER, Colorado — The Colorado Avalanche announced Wednesday morning the team has extended the contract of defenseman Sam Girard for seven more years.

Girard, regarded as the centerpiece of the Matt Duchene trade, was acquired from Nashville in November 2017. Duchene went to Ottawa as part of the three-team deal.

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The 21-year-old played in all 82 games for the Avalanche last season, scoring four goals and adding 23 assists. He finished plus-8 overall during his time on the ice.

Girard’s new contract will keep him in Colorado through the 2026-2027 season. The Avalanche open up the 2019-2020 season on October 3 against the Calgary Flames at Pepsi Center.

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