The Colorado Avalanche have turned opening night into a reliable source of success, posting a 27‑12‑1 record that stretches back to their Quebec Nordiques days. That .663 points percentage places them third among all NHL franchises in opening‑night performance, trailing only the Vegas Golden Knights and the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Opening‑Night Legacy
In the past decade the Avalanche have won eight of ten opening‑night games, highlighted by victories over the Los Angeles Kings and defeats only at the hands of the Golden Knights and the St. Louis Blues.
This season the team will meet the Kings again, marking the third time they open the campaign against Los Angeles and tying them for the fourth‑most frequent opening‑night opponent since the franchise relocated to Denver in 1995.
Looking Ahead
Only the Minnesota Wild, Dallas Stars and Chicago Blackhawks have faced the Avalanche more often to start a season, underscoring the growing prominence of the matchup. The franchise’s strong opening‑night pedigree adds extra excitement for fans and analysts alike, as the Avalanche look to extend their winning streak when they take the ice against the Kings.