The Colorado Avalanche claimed Chris Wagner off of waivers from the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday.
On paper, this seems like a pure depth move ... but the Avs have their own “way of doing things,” so who knows. Perhaps he’ll make a bigger impact there than he did in Anaheim?
In case you’re asking “Who?” here are a few quick facts.
- Wagner failed to score a point in 11 games with the Ducks. His production has been pretty modest in the AHL.
- He was a fifth-round pick (122nd overall) in 2010.
- OK, that’s about it.
So, there you go.
Any other moves coming for Colorado? Matt Duchene and Tyson Barrie are names that are floating around, although each situation seems far fetched.
Update: The Avalanche also placed Semyon Varlamov on IR, retroactive to Nov. 10.
Colorado also announced that the team has placed Semyon Varlamov (groin) on Injured Reserve (retroactive to Nov. 10).
— Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) November 15, 2015
It’s unclear if how long he’ll be out, as that retroactive date means he wouldn’t need to miss much time. Theoretically.
Then again, with Reto Berra on a tear, maybe they can take a slow-and-steady approach?