- The Colorado Avalanche, the reigning Stanley Cup champions, will host the Seattle Kraken at the iconic Ball Arena in Denver.
- The Avalanche boast a talented roster led by stars like Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and Nazem Kadri, as they look to defend their title on home ice.
- The Kraken, a relatively new NHL franchise, are making their first-ever visit to Denver as they continue to build their team and establish themselves in the league.