Avalanche Kick Off Homestand with Pride Night Match Against Devils

DENVER, Colo. — The Colorado Avalanche return to Ball Arena on February 26, 2025, to take on the New Jersey Devils, marking the start of a six-game homestand and a special Pride Night celebration. The game is set to begin at 7:30 p.m. MT and will be broadcast on My20 and Altitude, as well as airing on Altitude Sports Radio (92.5 FM).

The Avalanche will look to rebound from a recent 3-1 loss to the St. Louis Blues, where star defenseman Cale Makar achieved a personal milestone with the 400th point of his regular-season career. Makar’s assist on Devon Toews’ goal at 7:49 of the first period underscored his impressive pace, making him the third-fastest defenseman in NHL history to reach the 400-point mark in just 374 games.

“It’s important that we play well and get some results,” Avalanche Head Coach Jared Bednar said regarding the looming homestand, following the team’s recent setbacks on the road.

In their last contest, the Blues showcased their scoring depth, netting three goals in the second period to secure the lead. Nathan MacKinnon currently leads the NHL in points with 87, while Makar leads all defensemen with 64 points. In addition, MacKinnon is just 14 points shy of becoming the 100th player in NHL history to record 1,000 career points.

The Avalanche hold a 23-18-4 record against the Devils in 45 previous regular-season meetings. Notably, Colorado defeated New Jersey 4-0 during their last matchup in Newark on December 8, 2024, where Scott Wedgewood tallied the shutout in goal.

Meanwhile, the Devils are entering the matchup fresh off a dominant 5-0 victory against the Nashville Predators. In that game, goalie Nico Daws secured a 29-save shutout, further enhancing New Jersey’s playoff aspirations. Ondrej Palat opened the scoring for the Devils in the first period, A standout offensive weapon for New Jersey, Jack Hughes leads the team with 26 goals this season, alongside 68 total points.

With both teams striving for playoff positioning, tonight’s contest promises a tense and competitive atmosphere, particularly as the Avalanche and their fans unite for Pride Night celebrations. Fans are encouraged to show their support by wearing rainbow colors and enjoying the pride-filled atmosphere at the arena.