With Logan O’Connor dealing with a lower-body injury, the Avalanche have made a roster move to bring up some extra depth up front, announcing (Twitter link) that they’ve recalled forward Chris Wagner from AHL Colorado.
It hasn’t been a great season for the 32-year-old. Wagner signed with Colorado with the hopes that he could battle for a spot on the fourth line with 360 career NHL appearances under his belt. However, he then ruptured his Achilles tendon in training camp, putting an end to those hopes before he even had a chance to suit up for them in the preseason.
Wagner was cleared to return a little over a month ago, clearing waivers which resulted in him being assigned to the Eagles. To his credit, he has been fairly productive over the last few weeks, notching three goals and four assists in 11 games.
Colorado had an open roster spot so no corresponding move needed to be made to bring Wagner up. They’re now at the maximum 23-player roster with this transaction.