The Colorado Avalanche may finally have a defenseman who can hit and protect his own zone, and the future looks bright.
This article is a tribute to the effort that Zadorov showed on Saturday afternoon against the Jets because how could he not be commemorated for that effort?
However, it’s also a look at the type of defensemen he is becoming for the Avs — a stay-at-home defenseman who can skate and lay the body. And seeing as the Avs need that type of defenseman on their roster, it’s time to figure out what kind of contract he’s earned.