Parker Kelly Awards Colorado Avalanche Highest Praise
Parker Kelly, a forward for the Colorado Avalanche, has secured a four-year contract extension with an average annual value of $1.7 million. The new deal begins on July 1, 2025, and continues through the 2029-30 season. The 26-year-old describes his experience with the Avalanche as transformative, expressing a willingness to extend his commitment even further.
Parker Kelly’s Impact on the Avalanche
Kelly joined the Avalanche as a free agent in 2024. In just over a year, he has established himself as a reliable member of the team. During the 2024-25 NHL season, he tallied eight goals and 11 assists across 80 games. In the current season, he has recorded 12 goals and nine assists in 55 games. His performances have earned him praise from both the coaching staff and management.
Statistics and Performance
- Games Played (2024-25): 80
- Goals (2024-25): 8
- Assists (2024-25): 11
- Games Played (Current Season): 55
- Goals (Current Season): 12
- Assists (Current Season): 9
- Hits (Current Season): 121
- Giveaways (Current Season): 30
Coach Jared Bednar has commended Kelly for his adaptability, noting that he has successfully played both center and wing positions. Bednar remarked on Kelly’s ability to maintain his strengths while switching roles. This adaptability has earned Kelly considerable trust from the coaching staff and management.
A Cost-Effective Asset for the Team
Despite not being a marquee name in the NHL, Parker Kelly represents a cost-effective addition to the Avalanche roster. His low cap hit combined with solid performance makes him a valuable player for the team. His commitment to the Avalanche and gratitude for the opportunity he has been given reflect his dedication to improving and contributing further in the future.
As Kelly continues to develop his game, the Avalanche organization is hopeful that he will help them achieve further success while growing into a more prominent role within the team. For now, they have a dependable player under a favorable contract, proving to be an essential component of their lineup.
