20,000 fans pick Avalanche for 2027 Cup, Quebec City for expansion

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An NHL fan survey of 20,000 respondents predicts the Colorado Avalanche will win the 2027 Stanley Cup and shows majority opposition to league expansion. The Panthers, Sharks, and Capitals were seen as most improved. Florida is also most likely to return to playoffs. Fans voted Vancouver least likely to win a Cup before 2036. Only one in six support an in-season tournament. Quebec City was fans' top expansion choice, while players preferred Houston. Alaska was the most popular outdoor game site, with Lake Louise also mentioned.


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