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The Colorado Avalanche took one of the better remaining free agents off the board on Wednesday, signing forward Victor Olofsson to a one-year, $1.575 million contract, the team announced.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / August 21

NHL Notebook: Milan Lucic signs PTO with Blues, Avalanche sign Victor Olofsson

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Colorado Avalanche Sign Victor Olofsson to 1-Year Contract

The Colorado Avalanche have signed forward Victor Olofsson to a 1-year, $1.575 million contract. Olofsson is coming off the best season of his career with the Vegas Golden Knights after spending the first six seasons of his career with the Buffalo Sabres.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Olofsson Signs, Oilers and Bruins Trade, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there are reports that Victor Olofsson is signing a one-year deal with the Colorado Avalanche. Meanwhile, one source noted that the Edmonton Oilers and Boston Bruins might have been talking about a trade for a winger prospect, but the trade never materialized.

Colorado Avalanche News / Last Word On Sports / August 21

Swedish Sniper Signs with Colorado Avalanche

Making news today is someone with a strong wrist-shot. Victor Olofsson has signed a new deal today with the Colorado Avalanche. He’s a great add to many teams, and this is no exception.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / August 20

Former Golden Knights Forward Signs With Avalanche

Originally drafted in the seventh round (181 overall) of the 2020 NHL Draft by the Buffalo Sabres, Victor Olofsson played six seasons with the club before signing with the Vegas Golden Knights on July 2, 2024, and now, roughly a year later, he has signed a one-year deal with the Colorado Avalanche.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Dice City Sports / August 20

Former Golden Knight finally finds new NHL home

It took a lot longer than anticipated, but Victor Olofsson now knows where he will be playing during the 2025-26 season. On Tuesday night, it was confirmed that the former Vegas Golden Knights forward had signed a one-year deal with the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 20

Victor Olofsson Signs One-Year Value Deal with Avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche are signing forward Victor Olofsson to a one-year deal, per sources. PuckPedia was the first to break the news, and Cam Robinson later confirmed, even though the organization has not yet officially announced the deal.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 19

Report: Avalanche to sign Victor Olofsson to one-year contract

One of the top remaining unrestricted free agents has seemed to have found a new home. On Tuesday, PuckPedia reported that the Colorado Avalanche have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with forward Victor Olofsson.

Victor Olofsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 19

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Vegas Golden Knights News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 13

Best last-minute Victor Olofsson destinations in 2025 NHL Free Agency

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Vegas Golden Knights News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 24

Free-agent profile for veteran winger Victor Olofsson

The 29-year-old winger produced 15 goals and 29 points in 56 games for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 15

Canucks ‘still monitoring’ remaining UFA options; actively working to clear cap space: report

While the weather continues to be warm, that doesn’t mean things are cooling off in the Vancouver Canucks‘ front office. According to Thomas Drance of The Athletic, the Canucks’ management isn’t “off to the cottage” quite yet.

Vegas Golden Knights News / Blade of Steel / July 12

Two Canadian Teams Linked to Vegas Golden Knights Scoring Winger

Victor Olofsson had a solid season for Vegas in 2024/25, and now as an un-signed free agent, he's been linked to two intriguing Canadian teams. NHL free agency has all but come and gone, and while all of the big names are now off the board, there are some intriguing buy-low candidates that remain free on the open market.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 11