After the Colorado Avalanche lost to the Dallas Stars in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, there was a little doubt about whether they were stuck in a roadblock. But after the Avalanche's hot start to the 2025-26 NHL season, there is optimism in Denver. The Avalanche will likely be in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Now, there is even more hype as they are currently one of the hottest teams in the NHL.

Colorado currently has the best odds to win the Stanley Cup, according to FanDuel. This is on the end of an 8-1-5 start that has seen them grab points in 13 of their first 14 games. But should you be excited about this team or are you setting yourself up for disappointment? Here is why you need to be more excited.

Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar look more determined than ever

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