Colorado Avalanche: 5 Players Who Could Make Opening Night Roster

J.T. Compher

Center J.T. Compher played 21 games with the Colorado Avalanche starting at the beginning of March. He scored three goals and earned two assists.

Compher looks like a veteran rookie among the other youngsters. The 22-year-old is poised on the ice. He clearly has an understanding of Avs’ hockey.

Recently Compher spoke with Marc Moser of Altitude Sports. He remarked that his comfort level was a lot higher this year than it was last year going into his first camp. He now understands well how the testing and camp goes.

He added:

"“Now I have a little bit better idea of what I need to do and how I need to play. I think I’m a little bit more excited going into camp.”"

If it came down to Compher vs. Jost, I don’t know which would win the spot. How things go with the Prospect Showcase will show us a little more.

It might be a little easier to make the team as a defensive prospect this season.