Colorado Avalanche: A Historical Triumph
2001 Stanley Cup Champions
The Colorado Avalanche emerged triumphant in the 2001 Stanley Cup Final, defeating the New Jersey Devils in a thrilling 4-3 series. The victory marked the team's first Stanley Cup title since relocating to Denver in 1995.
Key Statistics
The Avalanche's success was built upon a formidable defense, led by goaltender Patrick Roy who finished the season with the league's third-best goals-against average of 270. The team's offense was equally impressive, with Peter Forsberg, Joe Sakic, and Milan Hejduk among the NHL's leading scorers.
Championship Roster
The 2001 Stanley Cup Championship Lineup included star players such as:
- Alex Tanguay
- Joe Sakic
- Milan Hejduk
- Chris Drury
- Peter Forsberg
- Ville Nieminen
The team was coached by Bob Hartley.
Regular Season Success
During the 2000-2001 NHL season, the Colorado Avalanche finished first in the Northwest Division with a record of 49-19-10-4.
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