Focus, consistency, good health: Why the Avalanche is the best team in the NHL right now

Focus, consistency, good health: Why the Avalanche is the best NHL team right now

The Colorado Avalanche currently lead the NHL standings and exhibit a dominant presence, making a strong case for being the league's top team at this moment. On Friday morning, the Avs held the highest points total (21) and best points percentage (.750) in the NHL.

Although the record shows 43% losses, with several teams having more than eight wins, the Avalanche’s performance transcends basic stats. Their position reflects consistent effort and strategic success, not mere luck.

Team chemistry and performance

“The group has come together, guys are playing well and are committed to the systems that (Jared Bednar) has put in place,” said Avs defenseman Josh Manson. “It just feels like things are clicking pretty easily right now. We’ve even seen moments where our game has gone to, like, another level. I don’t think we’ve been at that level in the majority of the games, just some flashes of what can be. It feels like a fun group to be part of. We know it’s fun and want to keep it going.”

This highlights not only solid individual play but also a cohesive system and promising glimpses of their peak potential during games.

Why the Avalanche stand out

The Colorado Avalanche’s rise to the top comes from a blend of focus, team unity, and strong health, making them the NHL's standout squad right now.

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The Denver Post The Denver Post — 2025-11-08