RIO RANCHO, N.M. – The New Mexico Goatheads, proud affiliates of the NHL's Colorado Avalanche and AHL's Colorado Eagles, announced today that forward Evan Friesen has been recalled to the Colorado Eagles of the American Hockey League (AHL).
Friesen, 22, returns to Colorado after appearing in nine games with New Mexico during the team's inaugural 2026-27 season. The Winnipeg, Manitoba native recorded four assists, two penalty minutes and a minus-one rating during his time with the Goatheads.
The forward signed an AHL two-way contract with the Colorado Eagles in September before being assigned to New Mexico ahead of the inaugural season.
Prior to joining the Goatheads, Friesen spent the 2025-26 season with the Utah Grizzlies, recording 46 points (27G, 19A) in 72 games. His 27 goals ranked third among all ECHL rookies and second on Utah's roster.
Before beginning his professional career, Friesen played four seasons in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Winnipeg Ice and Wenatchee Wild, recording 146 points (75G, 71A) in 240 games. He served as captain of Wenatchee during the 2024-25 season, registering a career-high 61 points (32G, 29A) in 66 games.
Friesen rejoins the Eagles ahead of their upcoming weekend series against the Bakersfield Condors and Ontario Reign.
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