Dominic Turgeon, the only son of former Avalanche forward Pierre Turgeon — a truly legendary man — has signed his entry-level contract with the Detroit Red Wings. Dominic was selected by Detroit in the third round (63rd overall) in the 2014 NHL draft. He played the last three seasons for the Portland Winterhawks of the Western Hockey League, producing 18 goals and 43 points in 67 games in 2014-15.
Pierre was drafted No. 1 overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 1987 and finished with 515 goals, the final 20 with the Avs. His Hockey Hall of Fame candidacy is backed by a world-class personality and respect throughout North America.