Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Colorado Avalanche

By Shaun Lavery

Top 5 Games to Look Forward to in 2015 For Colorado Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche 2015 — The Colorado Avalanche had a rough start to the season in 2014, but it is still far from over. They need to have a successful 2015 in order to have a shot at the playoffs, and the NHL schedule makers have given us some exciting contests. So, here are the top five games to look forward to in 2015 for the Colorado Avalanche.

5. Jan 6: At Chicago Blackhawks

Chicago Blackhawks Colorado Avalanche Playoffs

5. Jan 6: At Chicago Blackhawks

Chicago Blackhawks Colorado Avalanche Playoffs — The Avalanche are facing a tough test early in 2015: they have to go to Chicago and try to beat the Blackhawks in their own building. What better way is there to kickoff the New Year and get your team rolling by beating one the best team’s in the NHL on their home ice? Colorado needs to take advantage of this opportunity.

4. Jan 19: At St. Louis Blues

Colorado Avalanche v St. Louis Blues

4. Jan 19: At St. Louis Blues

Colorado Avalanche v St. Louis Blues — This a big divisional matchup against one of the best teams in the Central. A win here could be pivotal in giving the Avalanche the confidence they need going forward. Every divisional game is big, so getting two points against the Blues would sure feel good.

3. Feb 5: Home Against Detroit Red Wings

Colorado Avalanche vs. Detroit Red Wings 2015

3. Feb 5: Home Against Detroit Red Wings

Colorado Avalanche vs. Detroit Red Wings 2015 — The Colorado, Detroit rivalry may be a thing of the early 2000s, but this is sure to be an emotional affair. It is one of the best rivalries in all of sports with a unique twist now that Patrick Roy is behind the bench as opposed to on the ice for Colorado. These teams are in separate conferences now, so anytime they meet, we know they are going to do as much damage as they can on each other in a short amount of time.

2. Mar 30: Home Against Edmonton Oilers

Colorado Avalanche Edmonton Oilers 2015

2. Mar 30: Home Against Edmonton Oilers

Colorado Avalanche Edmonton Oilers 2015 — This is the last home game before the Avalanche embark on a three-game California road trip. Winning in California has been tough this year -- the Kings, Ducks and Sharks have been no easy competitor. Getting two points at home against the Oilers is crucial for Colorado.

1. Apr 11: Home Against Chicago Blackhawks

roszival punching ref

1. Apr 11: Home Against Chicago Blackhawks

roszival punching ref — This is the season finale, and the Chicago Blackhawks are in town. We don’t know what the playoff landscape is going to look like on this day, but we do know it is important. Whether Colorado is in the playoff picture or not, ending your season with a win at home is the best way to end the regular season.

Shaun Lavery is a Calgary Flames writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter, or add him to your network on Google.

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