Colorado Avalanche Playoffs 2027
The Colorado Avalanche are 11-7-2, 24 points, 2nd in the Central. If the season ended today they would be the C2 seed and play the Nashville Predators (C3) in the first round with home ice. Next: at the Montréal Canadiens, Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST on Altitude 2 Sports/KTVD-TV (My20).
CanadiensSat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST · Altitude 2 Sports/KTVD-TV (My20)
Predators C3Then the Wild/Jets winnerSeason Trend
Central Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Wild | 21 | 14-3-4 | 32 | +24 |
| 2 | Avalanche | 20 | 11-7-2 | 24 | +18 |
| 3 | Predators | 19 | 10-7-2 | 22 | +6 |
| 4 |  Mammoth | 20 | 10-9-1 | 21 | -3 |
| 5 |  Jets | 20 | 9-8-3 | 21 | -7 |
| 6 |  Stars | 18 | 10-8-0 | 20 | +3 |
| 7 |  Blues | 19 | 9-8-2 | 20 | -1 |
| 8 |  Blackhawks | 19 | 5-13-1 | 11 | -36 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full West playoff picture →
Avalanche Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 3 | at  Blue Jackets | L 2-7 |
| Nov 5 | vs Predators | L 2-3 |
| Nov 7 | vs  Red Wings | W 4-0 |
| Nov 10 | at  Maple Leafs | W 6-3 |
| Nov 12 | at  Senators | L 3-4 |
| Nov 14 | at Canadiens | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 18 | at Mammoth | 10:00 PM |
| Nov 19 | vs  Ducks | 9:00 PM |
| Nov 25 | vs Canadiens | 9:30 PM |
| Nov 27 | at Wild | 4:00 PM |
| Nov 28 | vs  Sharks | 9:00 PM |
| Dec 1 | at  Bruins | 8:00 PM |
| Dec 3 | at Red Wings | 7:00 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This Colorado Avalanche playoffs page refreshes after every Avalanche game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Colorado Avalanche playoffs FAQ
Are the Colorado Avalanche in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the C2 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the Colorado Avalanche play in the first round?
The Nashville Predators (C3), with the Avalanche at home in Games 1, 2, 5 and 7.
When is the next Avalanche game?
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST, at the Montréal Canadiens, on Altitude 2 Sports/KTVD-TV (My20).
How many points are the Avalanche on pace for?
101 points over 84 games at their current rate (.600 points percentage). The second wild card usually needs roughly 90 to 98 points.
Where do the Avalanche rank in the Central?
2nd with 24 points; Minnesota Wild lead with 32.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.