As we wait for the Avalanche to play in Colorado's first professional outdoor hockey game on Saturday, we are taking a look back at how the team got to where it is today.
From acquiring Roy and Bourque to the iconic fights to the Stanley Cup wins, this team has been through a lot in its 20 years.
Here's a look back at some of the biggest moments in Avalanche history:
We'll have much more on the iconic moments through the eyes of the players during our pre-game special: Course to Coors. Make sure to tune in to 9NEWS at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.