Fresh blood is a good thing.
For NHL contenders, it’s even better.
The Colorado Avalanche have added many new faces this season. Mackenzie Blackwood, Scott Wedgewood, Brock Nelson, Ryan Lindgren, Charlie Coyle, and Jack Drury are all new to the Avalanche organization.
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On Sunday, April 20th, the Avalanche signed KHL forward Zakhar Bardakov. The two parties agreed to a one-year entry-level contract that goes into effect next season
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The 24-year-old forward was originally a New Jersey Devils draft pick in the 2021 draft. Bardakov was traded to the Avalanche along with a 2024 7th-round draft pick for Kurtis MacDermid.
Bardakov is coming off a solid year in the KHL. He just finished his third season in Russia’s top league, collecting 35 points in 53 games. He averaged 16:10 per game while firing 122 shots on goal, playing for SKA St. Petersburg.
He saw his responsibilities increase during the playoffs. Bardakov’s ice time rose over four minutes to 21:51 per game. He recorded two points in six playoff games.
Considering that Bardakov was a 7th-round draft pick (203rd overall), if he plays any NHL games, that would be a slam dunk for the organization.
Bardakov’s contract officially expires on May 31st of this year. That, combined with him signing his ELC, suggests he’s ready to cross the pond for next season. The young forward could push for an NHL position; however, an AHL assignment is more likely.
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