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Colorado Avalanche Captaincy History and Evolution

NHL Playoff Appearances 1979-80 to 2023-24

The Colorado Avalanche have made the NHL playoffs 44 times in their franchise history, including every season since moving to Denver in 1995. They have won the Stanley Cup three times, in 1996, 2001, and 2022.

Evolution of Gabriel Landeskog's Captaincy

Gabriel Landeskog was named captain of the Avalanche in 2012 at the age of 19, becoming the youngest captain in NHL history. He has led the team to two Stanley Cup championships and is one of the most respected players in the league.

Accomplishments as Captain

• Led the Avalanche to Stanley Cup championships in 2022
• Named to the NHL All-Star Game three times
• Won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy in 2020
• Named one of the NHL's 100 Greatest Players in 2017

What Comes Next

Landeskog is entering the final year of his contract with the Avalanche. There is speculation that he could sign an extension with the team or explore free agency next summer. Regardless of his decision, he will be remembered as one of the greatest captains in Avalanche history.

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