McGinn hopes to re-sign with Colorado Avalanche

While now may be the time for Jamie McGinn to relax and enjoy his summer on Belwood Lake, he is already looking forward to re-signing with the NHL’s Colorado Avalanche.

As of last week, the Fergus native was unsigned for next season, but he wants to rejoin the Avalanche.

“We have a good young team,” he said. “I’m really looking forward to it.”

McGinn, 23, registered 13 of his 37 points this season in just 17 games after being traded from the San Jose Sharks  to the Avalanche.

“I just started playing hockey again,” he said of his torrid scoring pace. “I wanted to show the fans and my teammates that I could contribute ... That’s what I want to do; I want to score goals and make an impact.”

McGinn added that increased playing time with stars like Paul Stastny and David Jones helped him increase his production.

While he learned a lot in San Jose and a had a great experience with the Sharks, McGinn said he relishes having a larger role in Colorado.