Justus Annunen Secures a 2-Year Contract Extension with Colorado Avalanche Through 2025-26

Tuesday, March 26th, 2024

The Colorado Avalanche recently announced a two-year extension of goaltender Justus Annunen's contract, securing his services through the 2025-26 season.

Having celebrated his 24th birthday not long ago, Annunen boasts a commendable performance record of 5 victories, 2 losses, and 1 tie in 8 games. His achievements include two shutouts, maintaining a goals-against average of 2.38 and a save percentage of .926. His back-to-back shutouts against the Chicago Blackhawks are particularly noteworthy, setting a remarkable record for a rookie goaltender in the team's history.

Chris MacFarland, the Avalanche's general manager, lauded Annunen for his unwavering commitment and significant progress. He highlighted Annunen's stellar play at both the AHL level and with the main Avalanche team, expressing confidence in his ability to contribute positively in the forthcoming seasons.

Originating from Finland, Annunen was chosen by the Avalanche in the 2018 NHL Draft's third round. Over three seasons with the team, he has compiled a record of 7 wins, 3 losses, and 2 ties in 12 games, alongside achieving a goals-against average of 2.85, a save percentage of .908, and securing two shutouts.

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