According to ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski, the Colorado Avalanche have agreed to a three-year deal with Jaden Schwartz. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that it’s a three-year, $9.75MM contract ($3.25MM AAV) for Schwartz.

Schwartz, 34, brings 15 seasons of NHL experience and a championship pedigree, having won the Stanley Cup with the St. Louis Blues in 2019.

The move also brings Schwartz back to the state where he played his college hockey, having spent two seasons at Colorado College before turning pro. Drafted 14th overall by St. Louis in 2010, he spent a decade with the Blues before signing with Seattle as a free agent in 2021.

His most recent season was a step back, as injuries limited him to 11 goals and 26 points in 50 games, his lowest output in four years. The year prior, however, he posted 49 points (26 goals, 23 assists) in a healthy 2024-25 campaign, his best in a Seattle sweater.

For his career, Schwartz has 233 goals and 320 assists for 553 points in 861 regular-season games. In Colorado, he projects as a middle-six contributor who can play a responsible, well-rounded game. A great depth addition for the Avalanche who will be right back in the mix as cup favorites in 2026-27.