Colorado Avalanche vs Chicago Blackhawks, Feb. 28, 2027
Colorado Avalanche6-4-1, 13 pts- 5:30 PMCT
- 4:30 PMMT
- 3:30 PMPT
Chicago Blackhawks3-8-0, 6 ptsThe Colorado Avalanche visit the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027. Puck drop is 6:30 PM ET on ESPN. The Avalanche arrive at 6-4-1 and the Blackhawks at 3-8-0. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Feb 28 | ESPN | Scheduled |
Avalanche vs Blackhawks Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Blackhawks play at United Center in Chicago.
| Matchup | Colorado Avalanche at Chicago Blackhawks |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 6:30 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | ESPN |
| Venue | United Center, Chicago |
| Home team | Chicago Blackhawks (Chicago, United States) |
| Away team | Colorado Avalanche |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Avalanche vs Blackhawks Start?
The Avalanche vs Blackhawks start time is 6:30 PM ET on Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027. That is 5:30 PM Central, 4:30 PM Mountain and 3:30 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 6:30 PM | |
| Central (CT) | 5:30 PM | Chicago |
| Mountain (MT) | 4:30 PM | Colorado |
| Pacific (PT) | 3:30 PM | |
| Atlantic (AT) | 7:30 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Avalanche vs Blackhawks
Colorado Avalanche at Chicago Blackhawks is on ESPN, with puck drop at 6:30 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Chicago and Colorado markets.
Avalanche vs Blackhawks in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Avalanche and the Blackhawks meet 4 times in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 2 | Colorado AvalancheCOLChicago BlackhawksCHI | CHSN+ | Scheduled | |
| Sun, Feb 28 | ESPN | Scheduled | ||
| Sat, Mar 13 | Chicago BlackhawksCHIColorado AvalancheCOL | CHSN | Scheduled | |
| Sun, Mar 21 | Chicago BlackhawksCHIColorado AvalancheCOL | CHSN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Avalanche and Blackhawks
The Avalanche are 6-4-1, 4th in the Central Division with 13 points and a last-10 record of 5-4-1. The Blackhawks are 3-8-0, 8th in the Central with 6 points and 3-7-0 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 6-4-1 | 13 | 4-1-1 | 2-3-0 | 47 | 34 | W1 | 5-4-1 | WLLWOT | |
| 11 | 3-8-0 | 6 | 3-4-0 | 0-4-0 | 24 | 43 | L3 | 3-7-0 | LLLWW |
Next Game for the Avalanche and the Blackhawks
Colorado Avalanche
The Avalanche next play at Nashville Predators on Tuesday, March 2, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET on Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Mar 2 | Colorado AvalancheCOL Nashville PredatorsNSH | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Chicago Blackhawks
The Blackhawks next play vs Edmonton Oilers on Monday, March 1, 2027 at 8:30 PM ET on CHSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Mar 1 |  Edmonton OilersEDMChicago BlackhawksCHI | CHSN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Avalanche vs Blackhawks
What time is Avalanche vs Blackhawks on Feb. 28?
6:30 PM ET (5:30 PM CT, 4:30 PM MT, 3:30 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Avalanche vs Blackhawks on?
The game is on ESPN. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Avalanche vs Blackhawks being played?
At United Center in Chicago, home of the Chicago Blackhawks. The Colorado Avalanche are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Avalanche or the Blackhawks?
The Avalanche. They are 6-4-1 with 13 points, against 3-8-0 and 6 points for the Blackhawks.
How many times do the Avalanche and Blackhawks play in 2026-27?
4 times. None has been played yet.
Does Avalanche vs Blackhawks count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Avalanche vs Blackhawks end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 9:00 PM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Avalanche vs Blackhawks on national TV?
Yes. ESPN is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
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