Colorado Avalanche vs San Jose Sharks Head-to-Head

Avalanche built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 40 of 61 decided meetings (66%) (plus 5 ties). In the shootout era they are 43-43 against each other (50% Avalanche). 5 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 32 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Avalanche's 10-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Avalanche hold a 18-2 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 50 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1991, so the rivalry has spanned 35 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Avalanche won 4-2 on Feb 4, 2026. Through the 2020s Avalanche have led 22-3 between the teams.