NHL - Avalanche re-sign key men

Eurosport - Mon, 30 Jun 23:36:00 2008

The Colorado Avalanche have re-signed defensemen Adam Foote and John-Michael Liles.

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Foote, 36, has been given a two-year contract through the 2009-10 season.

"Adam was a big part of our stretch run last season," Avalanche General Manager Francois Giguere said.

"He has been an important leader for this franchise for many years and we're counting on him to play the same role over the next two seasons."

Foote, a 16-year NHL veteran, began last season with Columbus before being acquired by the Avalanche at the trade deadline. He appeared in 12 regular-season games, with the Avalanche going 9-2-1.

Liles, 27, led Colorado defensemen in scoring last season with 32 points in 81 games. He was signed on a four-year deal.

Reuters

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