Another former Express has signed his first pro contract, this time it's Brandon Yip signing an entry level deal with the Colorado Avalanche.
Yip played 2 seasons with the Express from 2003-05. He was named the team's rookie of the year in 2004 after scoring 31 goals and 69 points in 56 games. That summer he was selected in NHL draft in the 8th round by the Colorado Avalanche 239th overall.
The following season Yip put up 20 goals and 62 points in just 43 games to lead the Express in scoring.
After 2 seasons with the Express, Yip was off to Boston University. He played 4 seasons with the Terriers, and capped off his college career by helping lead his team to the NCAA Championship this past spring. He put up 45 goals and 105 points in 139 career games with BU.
“Brandon had a very strong year at Boston University and wrapped up his collegiate career by serving as a leader on a championship team,” said Avalanche General Manager Greg Sherman. “He has developed very well over the past four seasons and is ready to begin his pro career.”
Yip now officially joins former Express teammate David Jones in the Avalanche organization.
See his highlight tape from Boston University below.
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