Throwback Night: Avalanche and Hurricanes Revive the Nordiques–Whalers Rivalry
- yvainero
- Oct 26
- 1 min read
On Thursday night, fans at Ball Arena were treated to a nostalgic showdown as the Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes hit the ice wearing throwback uniforms — the Avs as the Quebec Nordiques and the Canes as the Hartford Whalers. It was a rare tribute to two beloved franchises from hockey’s past, and it delivered both on history and entertainment.
The game itself lived up to the hype. Carolina edged out Colorado 5–4 in a shootout, thanks to standout goaltending from Frederik Andersen, who stopped 44 shots and denied all three Avalanche attempts in the shootout. Seth Jarvis scored the lone shootout goal to seal the win for the Hurricanes.
Colorado rallied from a 3–1 deficit in the third period behind goals from Valeri Nichushkin and Parker Kelly, thrilling the home crowd and earning a hard-fought point in the standings. The atmosphere was electric, with fans decked out in vintage gear and the arena buzzing with nostalgia.
The night wasn’t just about hockey—it was a celebration of heritage. The Nordiques and Whalers, both relocated in the 1990s, remain iconic for their passionate fan bases and classic logos. Thursday’s game showed how the NHL can blend its rich history with the modern game, turning a regular-season matchup into a special event.
For fans and teams alike, it was more than a game—it was a reminder that hockey’s roots still run deep, even decades after those franchises left their original cities.
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