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Brock Nelson

Center · Colorado Avalanche

2010 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 30 (#30) — New York Islanders

Next Game

Sun, Apr 26 · 4:30 PM ET @ Kings

TNT, TruTV, HBO MAX, Sportsnet Pacific,
Sportsnet West, SN360, TVAS2, FDSNSC, Altitude

Age 346'4"205 lbsShoots LeftWarroad, USA

Current Season

GP

81

Goals

33

Assists

32

Points

65

+/-

+15

S%

17.7%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 23@ LAK1010217:52
Apr 21vs LAK0000321:09
Apr 19vs LAK0000117:59
Apr 16vs SEA000+2119:21
Apr 13@ EDM000-1019:11

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$7.50M

Total Value

$22.50M

Expires

3 yrs · 2027-2028

Status

Then UFA

15-team no-trade list (in year 3)

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

Playoffs
Kings Nelson Drops April 20 Bombshells

Sources close to the LA Kings front office confirm Nelson's latest dispatch carries the weight of real movement as the playoffs loom. Whispers from the locker room hint at roster tweaks that could reshape their Cup push, with GMs across the league taking notes. This isn't just chatter; it's the kind of intel that shifts odds before the first puck drops in the postseason.

Colorado Avalanche
News
Nelson Hits 1,000 Games Milestone

Brock Nelson racks up his 1,000th NHL game, drawing tributes from old Islanders teammates who know the grind he endured. The quiet sniper turned cornerstone earns respect in locker rooms where milestones mean surviving injuries and rebuilds. This night underscores how vets like him anchor franchises through thick and thin.

New York IslandersColorado Avalanche
News
Nelson's Postgame Fireworks

Brock Nelson steps up after the whistle with the kind of postgame candor that locker rooms live for, especially on a night where every point counts in the playoff push. His words cut through the noise, hinting at frustrations bubbling under the surface that only guys who've been around the block recognize. Front offices are already buzzing about what this means for the stretch run, as Nelson's take could shift the narrative heading into the weekend's critical matchups.

Colorado Avalanche
News
Avs Salute Nelson's 1,000th with Ceremony, Shirts

The Avalanche roll out the red carpet for Cale Makar or whoever this Nelson vet is hitting his 1,000th NHL game, complete with a pregame ceremony that locker rooms live for. You know the drill - these milestones hit different when a guy's grinded through the wars, and Colorado's front office doesn't skimp on the shirts for fans. Expect the building to erupt as they honor a career that's defined blue-collar reliability in Denver's high-octane machine.

Colorado Avalanche
Draft & Prospects
Nelson Hits 1,000 Games, Eyes Isles Legacy

Brock Nelson laces up for his 1,000th NHL skate, a milestone that hits different on Long Island where loyalty defines careers. The quiet sniper reflects on battles through rebuilds and deep runs, sharing locker room truths only vets grasp. As playoffs near, his steady hand anchors a blue line that's seen it all, but whispers of change hang in the air.

Montreal CanadiensColorado Avalanche
Game Recap
Thompson Fuels Sabres' Atlantic Crown Clinch

Tage Thompson erupts as Buffalo Sabres hammer Chicago 5-1 to snag the Atlantic Division title in a season of pure grit. The big man's dominance spotlights a roster that's flipped the script on rebuild narratives, with front offices now eyeing Cup contention. This victory locks seeding that shapes their playoff path against beasts waiting in the bracket.

New York IslandersBuffalo Sabres

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Brock Nelson's stats this season?
Brock Nelson has 33 goals and 32 assists for 65 points in 81 games this season.
What team does Brock Nelson play for?
Brock Nelson is a forward for the Colorado Avalanche.
What is Brock Nelson's contract?
Brock Nelson has a cap hit of $7.50M with 2 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Brock Nelson drafted?
Brock Nelson was drafted in the 2010 NHL Draft by the New York Islanders in Round 1, Pick 30 (30 overall).
Where is Brock Nelson from?
Brock Nelson is 34 years old and was born in Warroad, USA.