Colorado Avalanche: Ranking the Best Jerseys in Franchise History
By Ross Sellers
![Feb 7, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Members of the Colorado Avalanche celebrate the win over against the Montreal Canadiens at the Pepsi Center. The Avalanche defeated the Canadiens 4-0. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports Feb 7, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Members of the Colorado Avalanche celebrate the win over against the Montreal Canadiens at the Pepsi Center. The Avalanche defeated the Canadiens 4-0. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/22b69b0c441b1340ca6231f02776d4f96c649a00920d5b04b69687629c53eb8e.jpg)
The “Blueberries” Were Great Alternate Jerseys
These jerseys were the Avs’ alternate jerseys from 2009-2015, and were a staple during that time. They have much in common with the alternate jerseys found on this list earlier.
Both sported the Avalanche logo on the shoulder, and both incorporated slanted lettering down the chest. Furthermore, both had similar piping on the lower arm.
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However, where these jerseys take it up a notch from the other third jerseys is in the inclusion of burgundy on the shoulders. They aren’t solely blue even if they are predominately blue. There is still recognition of burgundy in the jersey design, which is imperative.
The Avs discontinued these jerseys in favor of the new alternate jerseys at the conclusion of the 2014-15 season.
Now, let’s take a look at the jerseys the Avs only wore one time.