Nazem Kadri back in action for AVTA; watch for a thrilling season ahead!
Nazem Kadri has one tiny regret since rejoining the Colorado Avalanche. This homecoming for Kadri feels almost like nothing really changed even if it's been nearly four years since he was here and helping the Avalanche hoist the Stanley Cup in 2022. Kadri's been closely following the squad from 1,500 miles away.
DENVER (AP) — Nazem Kadri has one tiny regret since rejoining the Colorado Avalanche . “Wish I didn't sell (my house)," the newly acquired forward cracked. “Made a few bucks, but now I'm just going to have to buy another one.
” This homecoming for Kadri feels almost like nothing really changed even if it's been nearly four years since he was here and helping the Avalanche hoist the Stanley Cup in 2022. His drive to the arena seems identical. His emotions about his teammates are just as strong, too.
He knew that version of the Avalanche, led by the likes of Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar and captain Gabriel Landeskog, had championship fabric. He believes this team does, too, which is guided by the same cast and has the best record in the NHL. Kadri's been closely following the squad from 1,500 miles away.
Always has, since he left for Calgary in August 2022 via free agency after signing a seven-year, $49 million contract . “My history here, lots of friends in this dressing room still,” said the 35-year-old Kadri, who was originally taken by Toronto at No. 7 in the 2009 draft.
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