Denver and Colorado College ranked sixth in college hockey rivalry
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Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Battle for the Gold Pan ranks sixth in college hockey rivalries, featuring teams from Denver and Colorado College. Denver leads the all-time series with 205 wins to Colorado College's 125, including 19 Gold Pan victories to 13. The rivalry's history includes key periods of dominance by each team, marked by significant matchups and the introduction of the Gold Pan trophy in the 1993-94 season. Although recent results have favored Denver, the rivalry remains intense and noteworthy, reflecting a long-standing competitive spirit between the two programs.
- •Battle for the Gold Pan ranks sixth in rivalry list
- •Denver leads all-time series 205-125-22
- •Denver holds 19 Gold Pan wins to Colorado College's 13
- •Trophy established in 1993-94; rivalry predates it
- •Rivalry includes notable historical moments and intense games
- 4:40 AMYahoo Sports — Best college hockey rivalries: #5
- 5:12 AMYahoo Sports — Best college hockey rivalries: #6
"What other rivalry still involves chucking fish at the opposing team every time they're in your building?
"The Battle for the Gold Pan comes in at #6 in our rivalry rankings.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 4:40 AMBest college hockey rivalries: #5
What other rivalry still involves chucking fish at the opposing team every time they're in your building?
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 5:12 AMBest college hockey rivalries: #6
The Battle for the Gold Pan comes in at #6 in our rivalry rankings.
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