Calgary loses Oliver Kylington to a high-caliber NHL team

Oliver Kylington has been a major defenseman for the Calgary Flames since he first played his first multi-game year in the 2018-2019 season. However, after his dominance on the ice dipped in the 2023-24 season, he was left sitting as a free agent much longer than expected.

However, Kylington's wait on a new contract is now officially over. After just over 200 games with the team, the 27-year-old defenseman has left the Calgary Flames and signed a one-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche.

Given that the player would provide much-needed defensive depth in Colorado, many worried he would break the bank for the Avalanche. However, NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman shared that the deal is worth $1.05 million, effectively a steal for what he can provide.

After signing Kylington, the Colorado Avalanche still have more than $2 million in cap space. Given that they may also not be on the hook for other players on their team, they could have another advantage in signing on more depth players ahead of the upcoming season.

With ample cap space and more defensive depth, the Colorado Avalanche may return to their true Stanley Cup contenders status. Hopefully, his time with a new team will help Oliver Kylington find the top of his game.

Source: NHL
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