The Avalanche announced today that the team has signed forward Cody McLeod to a three-year contract extension through the 2017-18 season and defenseman Brad Stuart to a two-year extension through the 2016-17 campaign.

“Cody has been an Avalanche his entire career,” said Avalanche Executive Vice President/GM Joe Sakic. “He brings grit, energy and passion to the rink every single day.  We are excited to have him under contract for another three years.”

“Brad is a steady, experienced defenseman who is a solid addition to our blue line,” added Sakic.

McLeod, 30, has spent his entire career with the Avalanche after signing as a free agent on July 6, 2006.  The Binscarth, Manitoba native has appeared in 467 career games, tallying 91 points and 978 penalty minutes.  

Stuart, 34, is entering his first season with Colorado after being acquired from San Jose on July 1, 2014.  He has appeared in 985 career games in the NHL, recording 322 points.