That's not to say vocal support is of no value. It is , just more so to spectators than either competing team. These days support is measured financially by the gate receipts. In that department the Avalanche are in very good shape. I'd be worried if fans were not showing up to the games.
Sparse crowds are a sure sign of a team in trouble.
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