Colorado Avalanche playing with chip on their shoulder: Sakic

Fansided | December 9, 2025

The Colorado Avalanche are a team on a mission this season, looking to obliterate the sour memories from last season.

Dec 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Artturi Lehkonen (62) and goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood (39) celebrate win against the Philadelphia Flyers during the third period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

The Colorado Avalanche came into this season with a cloud hanging over them. Last spring’s early playoff exit is something the club has been carrying around like an anchor around its neck.