Fansided · Mar 21
Avalanche must win Cup, or season will be a failure
Anything short of the Colorado Avalanche hoisting the Stanley Cup would be a failure this season.
Feb 26, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; A young fan looks on in the second period between the Colorado Avalanche and the Minnesota Wild at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn ImagesIt may seem implausible to call this season a failure for the Colorado Avalanche. But unless they win the Stanley Cup, it will feel that way.
Last year, the Winnipeg Jets ran away with the Central Division. They had a season for the ages with goalie Connor Hellebuyck winning the Hart and Vezina Trophies.