Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_76 (december INTEGER, opponent VARCHAR)
### Question:
What was the first time in December they played the Colorado Avalanche?
### Answer:
SELECT MIN(december) FROM table_name_76 WHERE opponent = "colorado avalanche"