The Avalanche announced today that the team has signed forward Matt Duchene to a two-year contract through the 2013-14 season. Colorado's first-round pick (third overall) in the 2009 Entry Draft, Duchene has recorded 150 points (65g/85a) in 219 games during his three seasons with the Avalanche. "Matt is an important part of our team," said GM/Executive Vice President Greg Sherman. "We are excited to come to terms with him and we look forward to seeing him at camp."