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Ross Colton

Center · Colorado Avalanche

2016 Draft, Rd 4 Pick 27 (#118) — Tampa Bay Lightning

Next Game

Mon, Apr 13 · 9:30 PM ET @ Oilers

Sportsnet West, TVAS, Altitude, KTVD

Age 296'0"194 lbsShoots LeftRobbinsville, USA

Current Season

GP

70

Goals

9

Assists

15

Points

24

+/-

+10

S%

6.0%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 11vs VGK000+1110:13
Apr 9vs CGY000038:53
Apr 7@ STL000+1210:54
Apr 5vs STL0000411:56
Apr 4@ DAL000017:49

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.00M

Total Value

$16.00M

Expires

4 yrs · 2026-2027

Status

Then UFA

12-team no-trade list (Yrs 3-4)

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Parayko Slams Opener from Distance

Alex Pietrangelo's right-hand man Colton Parayko catches fire early, ripping a snipe from the point that sets the tone in St. Louis' critical matchup. The Blues' blue-line vets know these moments swing seasons, especially with playoff positioning on the line in a crowded Central. Parayko's bomb reminds everyone why GMs still chase that prototype D-man who can dictate from afar.

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Playoffs
Parayko Bombs Opener from Downtown

Colton Parayko unleashes a rocket from the point to open scoring, the kind of blast that Blues defenders live for in do-or-die moments. St. Louis blue-liners like him thrive when the game's on the line, turning point shots into season-altering calls. As the Blues scrap for positioning, Parayko's sledgehammer reminds coaches why he's a cornerstone in their defensive rebuild.

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News
Parayko Tabs as Blues' Clancy Nominee

Colton Parayko steps up as the St. Louis Blues' nominee for the 2025-26 King Clancy Trophy, a nod to his leadership that echoes through the locker room. Veterans like him don't chase awards; they earn them by embodying the grit that defines Central Division battles. Front offices whisper about how his off-ice impact bolsters a blue line that's faced injury tests all season, raising the stakes for St. Louis' playoff push.

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Trades & Rumors
Oilers Owner's War Room Reaction to Dickinson, Dach Deals

Leaked war room footage captures Edmonton owner Daryl Katz's raw take on the trade deadline grabs of Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach. Insiders tell me his body language screamed everything you need to know about those moves amid playoff pushes. As the Oilers grind through a tight Western race, this glimpse into ownership's mindset hints at bigger roster gambles ahead.

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Marner Threads Needle to Sissons on Rush

Mitch Marner dishes a perfect setup to Colton Sissons barreling down the ice, threading the pass through traffic like only he can. These rush plays define Marner's elite vision, the stuff that keeps GMs salivating over Leafs extensions. In a league full of copycats, this connection boosts a lineup desperate for secondary scoring depth.

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News
Short Shifts Power Rankings: April 3

The league's hottest teams shuffle spots in this week's Short Shifts Power Rankings as front offices digest the latest standings shakeups. Veterans like Colton Parayko and MacKenzie Weegar force GMs to rethink no-movement clauses amid trade whispers that echo through every locker room. With the deadline looming, these rankings reveal which squads hold the edge in the final sprint for playoff positioning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Ross Colton's stats this season?
Ross Colton has 9 goals and 15 assists for 24 points in 70 games this season.
What team does Ross Colton play for?
Ross Colton is a forward for the Colorado Avalanche.
What is Ross Colton's contract?
Ross Colton has a cap hit of $4.00M with 1 year remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Ross Colton drafted?
Ross Colton was drafted in the 2016 NHL Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning in Round 4, Pick 27 (118 overall).
Where is Ross Colton from?
Ross Colton is 29 years old and was born in Robbinsville, USA.