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All time leagues: NHL
* no longer in the club
The club was formed in 1997 when the franchise was moved from the Quebec Nordiques. Won Stanley Cup in 1996 (their first season in Denver) and 2001, went to playoffs in each of their first 10 seasons in Denver, ending in 2007.
Notable players:
Colorado Avalanche sign affiliation with Cutthroats
The CHL expansion team Denver Cutthroats announced they have entered into an affiliation agreement with the National Hockey League's Colorado Avalanche.
(19 Jul 2012)NHL fines Torres, Del Zotto and Kopecky
Phoenix Coyotes forward Raffi Torres has been fined $2,500 by the NHL for a hit on defenseman Jan Hejda during second period in Colorado Avalanche's 3-2 over the Coyotes
Also New York Rangers defenseman Michael Del Zotto and Florida Panthers forward Tomas Kopecky were also both fined $2,500 for their altercation in the Rangers' 4-1 win Friday night.
(01 Jan 2012)The Avalanches "retires" no. 21
Before the NHL 2011-12 season opener in Colorado, a great honour was given to Peter Forsberg. The former player's jersey with number 21 was sent to the rafters of Pepsi Center. It is the fourth retired number for the Colorado Avalanche organization after former retirements of Sakic's, Burqoue's and Roy's shirts.
(12 Oct 2011)After a dramatic shootout win over Canada and a statement victory against Sweden, Team USA claims its first title since 2003 in a tournament that showcased the NHL stars of tomorrow. ... Read more»
Luleå beat Kärpät and Modo to win the Umeå Hockey Cup in Visionite Arena. Read more»
