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Avalanche Lock Up Joel Kiviranta on One-Year, $1.25 Million Deal

Rewarding his breakout year, the extension preserves over $2 million in cap space for Colorado’s offseason roster plans.

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Mar 14, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Colorado Avalanche left wing Joel Kiviranta (94) controls the puck against against Calgary Flames center Yegor Sharangovich (17) during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Joel Kiviranta agreed to a one-year extension at a $1.25 million cap hit for the 2025-26 season.
  • The 29-year-old winger set career highs with 16 goals, seven assists and 23 points across 79 games last season.
  • General manager Chris MacFarland praised Kiviranta as a hard-working, responsible player who can contribute effectively at five-on-five.
  • The deal bolsters Colorado’s bottom-six depth as training camp approaches with just over $2 million in available salary cap space.
  • The signing closed reported interest from other suitors, including the Toronto Maple Leafs, in the free agent winger.