Chase Bradley’s grind from Oakville High School to pro hockey showcases a relentless journey: year after year of balancing school, long weekend drives for the AYHL, then USHL and UConn, before betting on himself with a two-year Avalanche contract and a pro path that includes the Colorado Eagles and an NHL debut. His profile as a versatile, cheap depth forward fits the Avalanche’s trophy-hunting blueprint.

With Mark Letestu steering the Eagles and Jared Bednar’s insistence on players who can pop when needed, Bradley represents a strategic asset in Colorado’s pipeline. If injuries or roster needs open a lane, the 23-year-old’s gritty two-way game could land him more NHL looks as the Avalanche chase Cup contention.