RYAN MERKLEY
D
Ht/Wt 5’11’’, 170 lbs
Shoots R
Experience 1 year
Debut Oct 30, 2021
Born Aug 14, 2000 (23 yrs) Oakville, Ontario
Drafted Drafted by San Jose in 2018 (1/21).
Drafted from Guelph (OHL)
Transactions & Injuries
Date Description
2023-08-18 Signed with the HC Kunlun Red Star of the KHL.
2023-06-30 Colorado Avalanche did not tender a qualifying offer.
2023-01-25 Acquired from the San Jose Sharks The Colorado Avalanche acquired winger Matt Nieto and defenseman Ryan Merkley from the San Jose Sharks for winger Martin Kaut and defenseman/winger Jacob MacDonald.
2022-10-01 Assigned to the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).
2022-03-21 Recalled from the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
OHL Emms Family Award Rookie of the Year 2016-17
OHL First All-Rookie Team First All-Rookie Team 2016-17