Ross Colton has never played with Gabriel Landeskog, but he’s been on the opposing team for the NHL’s biggest stage and he’s started to learn why his new teammates speak and feel the way they do about the Avalanche captain.
Landeskog was on the ice with some teammates Thursday during an optional practice at Family Sports Complex. Avs coach Jared Bednar said it was the first time Landeskog has skated this season.
“It’s awesome,” Colton said. “He’s been around the team for a couple weeks now. He just brings good presence, good leadership. He’s vocal. He’s talking to us, especially me being a new guy.