Akron Public Library

Most Colorado Avalanche fans have attended a game at the Pepsi Center, seen highlights of a young Joe Sakic, and were thrilled by the team's run to the Stanley Cup in its inaugural season in Denver. But only real fans know how many players have had their numbers retired or why the team's name isn't the Rocky Mountain Extreme. 100 Things Avalanche Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of Colorado hockey....

Discusses the hockey team originally known as the Quebec Nordiques, which became the Colorado Avalanche in 1995, noting the contributions of such players as Joe Sakic, Patrick Roy, and Adam Foote.

Discusses the history and development of the hockey team now known as the Colorado Avalanche.

Adrian Dater chronicles the rivalry between the Detroit Red Wings and the Colorado Avalanche, which he believes are two of the best-matched teams and coaches in the National Hockey League.