The Avalanche is set to begin its Stanley Cup chase, but there will zero fanfare at Ball Arena to start the season.
The team announced Monday that it will not host fans at its home games until further notice because of COVID-19.
“Due to current state and local guidelines, we will not be able to host fans at Ball Arena at this time,” the statement reads. “… The Colorado Avalanche along with Kroenke Sports & Entertainment will continue to work closely with state and local authorities to navigate the safest return to hosting fans in Ball Arena.”
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The announcement is similar to the one the Nuggets sent season-ticket holders on Dec. 1.
Many fans will be hard pressed to be able to watch games live as the Altitude-Comcast negotiations are still at an impasse.
The NHL and its players on Sunday finalized an agreement to hold a 56-game season that kicks off Jan. 13. The regular season is scheduled to run through May 8, followed by a 16-team playoff.
