The Colorado Avalanche Hockey Club announced today the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Brent Burns on a one-year contract for the 2025-26 season.

The Colorado Avalanche have signed veteran defenseman Brent Burns to a one-year deal for the 2025-26 season. Burns, known for his offensive prowess and durability, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the Avalanche blue line.

It has been 25 years since the Avalanche famously traded for a 40-year-old future Hall of Fame defenseman, and Ray Bourque made his final wish come true with Colorado the following season. Chasing a championship is a big part of why Burns wants to keep playing, but it goes beyond that as well.