Wolanin Joins Avalanche | Colorado Avalanche News

Christian Wolanin, son of Stanley Cup-winning defenseman Craig Wolanin, has inked a deal with the Colorado Avalanche — aiming to follow in his dad’s footsteps and make his own name in the NHL. Drafted in the fourth round by Ottawa, Christian battled injuries and pandemic setbacks early in his career, bouncing between NHL teams before thriving in the AHL with Providence. His standout 2021-22 season saw him lead all AHL defensemen in assists and points, and he capped his international career with a bronze medal for Team USA. Now, with a fresh start in Colorado, he’s ready to prove he’s more than just a son of a legend — he’s a player ready to shine. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3557a0d7a2a1af64