ColoradoAvalanche.com is profiling players who just completed their rookie seasons with the organization. This installment takes a look at defenseman Duncan Siemens .
A first-round selection (No. 11 overall) by the Colorado Avalanche in the 2011 NHL Draft, defenseman Duncan Siemens made his way back to NHL ice this season.
After playing in the season finale against the Chicago Blackhawks in 2014-15, Siemens had spent the majority of the past two seasons with the Avs' American Hockey League affiliate, the San Antonio Rampage. He led the Rampage as an alternate captain this past year, tallying seven points (two goals and five assists) and racking up 100 penalty minutes in 73 games. He ranked second among Rampage players for games played.
Rookie Rewind: Duncan Siemens
The defenseman gained confidence and experience in the NHL this season.
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