“We are excited to renew our affiliation agreement with the Colorado Avalanche. They are one of the best organizations in the NHL. They have a history of developing players and winning championships.” - Ian Herbers (Chiefs head coach)
The positive outlook and benefits gained seem to be mutual between the two organizations. And, likAe the Chiefs, Colorado is encouraged by the results of the 2007-2008 season.
"We take great pride in developing our young prospects," said Avalanche Vice President of Hockey Operations Craig Billington. "We feel that Johnstown and the ECHL is the right environment for them."
"We look forward to continuing our relationship with the Chiefs," added Avalanche Assistant General Manager Greg Sherman. "It was a positive first season in 2007-08 and we are excited for the upcoming campaign."
According to the press release posted on the Johnstown Chiefs webpage, the Avalanche/Monsters provided a total of 11 players to the Chiefs in 2007-08 which included:
- Codey Burki - former second-round draft pick (#59 overall)
- Kenny Roche
- Brandon Straub
- Ray Macias
- Wes O’Neill
- Vladimir Denisov
- Mitch Love
- Andrew Penner - former first-round draft pick (#26 overall)
- Jason Bacashihua
- JD Corbin and
- Rob Drummond
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