Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche Head-to-Head

Avalanche built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 55 of 114 decided meetings (48%) (plus 20 ties). In the shootout era they are 24-6 against each other (80% Avalanche). 20 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 8 playoff games between the two franchises. Avalanche have won 5 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 2.5-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Sabres' 7-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Avalanche hold a 15-5 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1980s produced the deepest sample with 81 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1979, so the rivalry has spanned 46 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Avalanche won 6-3 on Nov 13, 2025. Through the 2020s Avalanche have led 10-2 between the teams.