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Avalanche Chase Bruins' Record as Cup Aspirations Soar

12/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Colorado Avalanche aim to surpass the Bruins' 135-point mark from 2022-23, targeting 138.
Head coach Jared Bednar of the Colorado Avalanche is a strong Jack Adams candidate after a 30-point improvement.
Analysts caution that regular-season dominance does not guarantee playoff success.
The Avalanche lead the NHL in scoring and save percentage, with their ultimate goal to win the Stanley Cup.

History

Historical Context

The Montreal Canadiens set an NHL record with 132 points in the 1976 season, achieving 60 wins under coach Scotty Bowman. This dominance reflects the franchise's historical success, including 24 Stanley Cup victories. Today, the Colorado Avalanche aim to surpass the Bruins' 135-point mark from the 2022-23 season, illustrating the ongoing pursuit of excellence in hockey.

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Story summary

The Colorado Avalanche aim to surpass the Bruins' 135-point mark from 2022-23, targeting 138.
Head coach Jared Bednar of the Colorado Avalanche is a strong Jack Adams candidate after a 30-point improvement.
Analysts caution that regular-season dominance does not guarantee playoff success.
The Avalanche lead the NHL in scoring and save percentage, with their ultimate goal to win the Stanley Cup.

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