Chicago Blackhawks vs Colorado Avalanche Head-to-Head

Avalanche built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 45 of 82 decided meetings (55%) (plus 9 ties). In the shootout era they are 47-34 against each other (58% Avalanche). 9 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 12 playoff games between the two franchises. Avalanche have won 5 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Avalanche's 7-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Avalanche hold a 15-5 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2010s produced the deepest sample with 44 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1979, so the rivalry has spanned 47 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Avalanche won 4-1 on Mar 20, 2026. Through the 2020s Avalanche have led 14-4 between the teams.