Eric Lacroix (r), pictured with Peter Forsberg.

Colorado Avalanche President Pierre Lacroix announced today the hiring of former St. Lawrence standout Eric Lacroix as Director of Hockey Operations.

Lacroix, 37, spent last year as a pro scout with the Phoenix Coyotes after serving as co-owner/assistant coach for the Arizona Sundogs, who captured the 2008 Ray Miron President’s Cup title as Central Hockey League champions.

Prior to his three seasons with the Sundogs, the former Avalanche forward worked four years in the Avalanche’s hockey operations department.