Avalanche Sign Joakim Lindstrom to One-Year Deal

The Colorado Avalanche announced on Thursday that they have signed left wing Joakim Lindstrom to a one-year contract worth $600,000. In 54 games last season with Skelleftea of the Swedish League, he had 28 goals and 32 assists for 60 points and 134 penalty minutes. He last played in the NHL during the 2008-09 season with the Phoenix Coyotes. This is an okay depth signing for the Avalanche, as Lindstrom does have some offensive ability. However, he hasn't had much success offensively at the NHL level, so he may end up on Colorado's third or fourth line next season, if he makes the team.