The Avalanche have signed 2010 fifth round draft pick Luke Walker to an entry-level contract. Here is what Mile High Hockey had to say about Luke after he was drafted:
LUKE WALKER
(selected 139th overall)
Born: February 19, 1990
Position: Right Wing
Shoots: Right
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 184
09-10 Team: Portland (WHL)
Hometown: Castlegar, BCLuke Walker was not in the final rankings for NHL Central Scouting. While Walker is a dual-citizen, he competed in the World U20 tournament for the United States this past January. Due to his age, Walker is eligible to play in the American Hockey League next season.