Colorado Avalanche History
The Avalanche, who have won three Stanley Cup Championships (1996, 2001 and 2022), began as the Quebec Nordiques of the World Hockey Association in 1972. After capturing one WHA title, the Nordiques joined the NHL in 1979. The franchise moved to Denver in 1995 and became the Colorado Avalanche under the leadership of Pierre Lacroix.
In the Avalanche's 28 years in Colorado, the team has captured 12 Division Championship titles, three Conference Championship titles, three President's Trophy honors, and has retired six player jerseys including Joe Sakic, Peter Forsberg, Milan Hejduk, Patrick Roy, Adam Foote and Ray Bourque.
Colorado Avalanche Team Info
Conference: Western
Division: Central
Year Founded: 1995
Team Colors: Black, Blue, Burgundy
Team Rivals: Detroit Red Wings, Dallas Stars, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames
Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena
The 2022 Stanley Cup Champions Colorado Avalanche bring their fast-paced and hard-hitting style to Ball Arena, home to one of the most interactive fan experiences in sports. Ever since the Avalanche debuted in Colorado over two decades ago, the team has inspired a passionate following -- fans that gave the franchise the NHL record for most consecutive sold-out home games during the 1995-1996 season.
