With the book finally closed on the 2015-2016 NHL season, preparations for 2017 are in full swing, with the release of the NHL Regular Season schedule today, and the 2016 NHL Entry Draft on Friday. The Colorado Avalanche will open their 2016 season on Saturday, Oct. 15, against the Dallas Stars at Pepsi Center.
The Avalanche will begin their season running the gauntlet against some of the league’s most formidable teams. After opening the season against last year’s Western Conference champions, the Dallas Star, the Avalanche embark on a long road trip to face four of last season’s Eastern Conference playoff teams.