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Like several other franchises, the Colorado Avalanche began as a World Hockey Association (WHA) franchise, the Quebec Nordiques, for the 1972-73 season. They won one WHA championship (1977) prior to joining the NHL for the 1979-80 season. The Nordiques had moderate success in the NHL, making the playoffs nine times in their 16 seasons; however, they fell short of advancing past the conference finals. Following the 1994-95 season, mounting financial struggles led to the team being sold and relocated to Denver, Colorado, where they became known as the Avalanche. The Avalanche found immediate success by winning the Stanley Cup in their first season after relocation and captured another championship in 2001. More recently, the team won its third Stanley Cup in 2022.

Avalanche Continue to Have Hellebuyck’s Number in Game 3 Win
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With the first three games of their first-round series in the books, the Colorado Avalanche finish their first home game and now look to take the crucial 3-1 lead over the Winnipeg Jets before returning to Winnipeg. The Avalanche continue to pile on goals against goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, scoring six to finish out Game 3 and dominate the Jets by outshooting them 39-24. Game 3 started quieter and more complex than the previous two high-scoring contests. Both teams leveled themselves out and did not give up any chances, with Zach Parise rebounding to finish the first period up 1-0. With…

Avalanche Bury Jets 6-2 in Game 3, Snatch 2-1 Series Lead
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On Sunday night at the end of Game 1, it looked as though the Winnipeg Jets just might have what it takes to oust the Colorado Avalanche in their first round series. On Friday night at the end of Game 3, it became clear the Avalanche had flipped the script with their second consecutive win – this time 6-2. It’s turned a 1-0 series deficit into a 2-1 lead with another match at home to come.  Avalanche of Goals in 3rd Period Dooms Jets Winnipeg will rue its chance to be the club ahead in the series 2-1. For 40 minutes,…

Projected Lineups for the Jets vs Avalanche – Game 3
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The Winnipeg Jets take on the Colorado Avalanche tonight for Game 3 of their first-round series. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (2C) Jets at (3C) Avalanche Western Conference First Round, Game 3 10 p.m. ET; MAX, truTV, TNT, ALT, TVAS, CBC Best-of-7 series tied 1-1 Jets projected lineup Kyle Connor — Mark Scheifele — Gabriel Vilardi Nikolaj Ehlers — Sean Monahan — Tyler Toffoli Nino Niederreiter — Adam Lowry — Mason Appleton David Gustafsson — Vladislav Namestnikov — Alex Iafallo Josh Morrissey — Dylan DeMelo Brenden Dillon…

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Projected Lineups for the Avalanche vs Jets – Game 2
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The Colorado Avalanche take on the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre tonight for Game 2 of their first-round series. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (3C) AVALANCHE at (2C) JETS Western Conference First Round, Game 2 9:30…

2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket
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Follow every game of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs with insightful opinions, highlights, and breaking news. Whether your favorite team is battling for the most coveted trophy in professional sports, or you are a fan looking to cheer on former players chasing their dream in another jersey, this is the…

 

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Avalanche FAQ

What year were the Colorado Avalanche founded?

The Colorado Avalanche began as a World Hockey Association (WHA) franchise, the Quebec Nordiques, for the 1972-73 season.

When did the Colorado Avalanche play their first game?

They played their first NHL game (as the Quebec Nordiques) on Oct. 10, 1979, a 5-3 loss to the Atlanta Flames. 

Who is the current head coach of the Colorado Avalanche?

Jared Bednar is the current head coach for the Colorado Avalanche.