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Avalanche Revive Nordiques Look for 30th Season, Schedule Seven Games in Throwback Set

The debut comes Thursday against Carolina in a coordinated Nordiques–Whalers matchup that spotlights Colorado’s Quebec roots.

Overview

  • The team unveiled an authentic Quebec Nordiques uniform and confirmed it will be worn seven times during the 2025–26 regular season.
  • Colorado’s first game in the throwback is Oct. 23 vs. the Hurricanes, who will wear Hartford Whalers jerseys, with a reprise on Jan. 3 in Raleigh.
  • The remaining dates are Nov. 29 vs. Montreal, Jan. 12 vs. Toronto, March 16 vs. Pittsburgh, April 1 vs. Vancouver, and April 11 vs. Vegas.
  • The design mirrors the original Nordiques look with a baby blue base, white numbers, fleur-de-lis accents, and the red igloo ‘N’ crest.
  • Merchandise went on sale online at 12 p.m. ET Tuesday, and Carolina will use its Whalers set for three games, including Jan. 29 vs. Utah.