The Colorado Avalanche (popularly known as the Avs) is a professional ice hockey team based in Denver, Colorado, USA, and compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Central Division in the Western Conference. This unofficial Colorado Avalanche flag consists of the team's official logo and a claret red background inspired by the logo's color palette.
| Flag Proportion: | 3:5 (standard flag ratio) |
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| Flag Format: | Animated GIF (25-frame loop) |
| Flag Usage: | Fan-made / unofficial digital flag |
The Colorado Avalanche logo features a snow-capped mountain peak forming part of a stylized burgundy "A", representing both the team's name, "Avalanche," and the dramatic geography of the Rocky Mountains. The flowing shape of the "A" suggests motion and steep terrain, reflecting the speed and intensity of ice hockey. The snow-covered peak emphasizes Colorado's alpine environment, while the burgundy, blue, and silver tones reinforce the franchise's established visual identity. Together, these elements create a sense of power and elevation, echoing the natural landscape surrounding Denver. Overall, the emblem highlights the team's connection to Colorado's mountainous terrain and its competitive presence in the NHL.
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| Team Name: | Colorado Avalanche |
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| Team Nicknames: | Avalanche |
| Team Abbreviation: | COL |
| Founded: | 1972 |
| Location: | Denver, Colorado, USA |
| Conference & Division: | Western / Central |
| Team Colors: | Burgundy, blue, silver, black |
| Stanley Cups: | 3 |
| Conference championships: | 3 |
| Division championships: | 12 |
| Home arena: | Ball Arena |
| Mascot: | Bernie the St. Bernard, Howler the Yeti |
