Oliver Kylington made a tough family decision before signing his new contract
Photo credit: The Hockey News
The Colorado Avalanche recently signed Oliver Kylington, and the former Calgary Flames player has shared insights into a difficult personal decision he had to make.
Kylington's journey is inspiring, as the former second-round pick took over a year off from hockey to focus on his mental health in Sweden. Details about his situation remain scarce, but the Flames were praised for supporting him throughout the ordeal before he signed with the Avalanche this offseason.
In a recent interview, Kylington revealed that he made the significant personal decision to cut ties with his parents to continue improving his mental health.
Must read on PuckReporter
"No relationship. And that's fine. I feel good about it. As I said, I just want to play hockey and do my thing. And be in the present as much as I can. I don't need any more distractions in my life."
It's evident that Kylington faced major challenges in his personal life, but now, free of distractions, he's focused on helping the Avalanche make a run for the Stanley Cup in the 2024-25 season.
"Still grateful for things that have happened although it has been very difficult. I am grateful for what it has done to me and the insights it has brought. Then you cannot always influence what has happened considering that you do not choose your parents. But that's okay. It is what it is. That's life."
Though we may never know the full story behind Kylington's struggles, we hope his decision positively impacts his NHL career.
Source: Blade of SteelOliver Kylington of the Colorado Avalanche says he's cut ties with his parents
Previously on PuckReporter
| POLL |
12 AOUT | 52 ANSWERS Oliver Kylington made a tough family decision before signing his new contract Will Oliver Kylington have a key role with the Avalanche in 2024/25? |
| Yes | 19 | 36.5 % |
| No | 33 | 63.5 % |
| List of polls |
|
Nov 8 | By Julien Trekker Tanner Jeannot facing suspension following a dirty hit to the head on Brock Boeser |
|
Nov 8 | By Samer Dagher Tanner Jeannot ejected following dangerous hit to the head on Brock Boeser |
|
Nov 7 | By Daniel Lucente Boston Bruins key forward hits the trade block according to insider Kevin Weekes |
|
Nov 7 | By Graham Montgomery Philadelphia Flyers dress emergency ebug goaltender against the Tampa Bay Lightning in a rare occurrence |
|
Nov 7 | By Tom Banks Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog's NHL career suffers a major setback |
|
Nov 7 | By Tom Banks Insider leaks failed Trevor Zegras trade to Canadian team |
|
Nov 7 | By Tom Banks Connor Bedard reveals what he hates the most about being in the NHL |
|
Nov 7 | By Tom Banks Flyers head coach John Tortorella reveals why he is scratching his star forward |
