Parenteau Brings PA-ower to the Avalanche

Down in Dallas' zone with 1:13 left in Colorado's Power Play, the puck deflects off of Dallas' Trevor Daley's skate.  P.A. Parenteau, in front of the net, finds the puck before Kari Lahtonen and bats it in for a goal. Even though the Avalanche fell to the Stars, 3-2, Parenteau has proven to be an asset to this team early in the season.

Parenteau got the attention of Avs fans, when he scored the final goal of the home opener against the L.A. Kings.  As the cherry on top of a great comeback in the third, right winger scored one between the pipes to seal the deal against the reigning Stanley Cup Champions. 

The goal in the home opener launched the rocket, known as P.A. Parenteau. The right winger has scored a total of 7 goals in only 9 games. Parenteau has proven to be a powerful player not only for the Avalanche but in the NHL as well: ranking third overall in goals (7), and seventh overall in shot percentage (36.8). For the Avalanche he leads in goals, shot percentage, and is tied for first in points with Matt Duchene. 

Parenteau was a driving force on the rough first road trip, scoring the only team goal against the Sharks, Oilers and Canucks.  Parenteau is a solid, consistent player, something much needed by the Avalanche nowadays, and has proven to be an important presence in front of the net.

P.A. Parenteau is a clear leader for this team, and has brought excitement and drive back to Colorado.

#15  P.A. Parenteau

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