Colorado Avalanche vs Edmonton Oilers Head-to-Head

Avalanche built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 48 of 97 decided meetings (49%) (plus 8 ties). In the shootout era they are 50-42 against each other (54% Avalanche). 8 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 16 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.5-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Avalanche's 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Avalanche hold a 14-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 59 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 2-1 on Apr 13, 2026. Through the 2020s Avalanche have led 13-6 between the teams.