Newfoundland and Labrador’s own Alex Newhook has been signed by the Avalanche.
The 20-year-old forward from St. John’s will report to the AHL’s Colorado Eagles after inking a three-year, entry-level contract. This, on the tail of a stellar season at Boston College, with 16 points in 12 games—despite missing the first half of the season due to pandemic protocols.
Alex Newhook signs an entry-level deal with the @Avalanche amid a stellar season in the NCAA. @VOCMNEWS https://t.co/cudOlxjbia
— Ben Murphy (@VOCMBen) March 31, 2021
Newhook was selected by the Avalanche in the first round—16th overall—of the 2019 NHL Draft, before spending two seasons building an impressive record with the Victoria Grizzlies.
Alex Newhook along with fellow Newfoundlander Dawson Mercer seized silver with Team Canada at the 2021 IIHF World Juniors.
Mood = 😁#GoAvsGo pic.twitter.com/QofO5CV0PC
— Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) March 31, 2021
