In a thrilling NHL playoff opener, the Colorado Avalanche edged out the Los Angeles Kings 3-2, with Scott Wedgewood making a memorable debut in net for the Avalanche. The 31-year-old goaltender, acquired in a trade earlier this season, faced a barrage of shots from the Kings but managed to secure the win in his first-ever playoff game. The Avalanche's victory marked a strong start to their postseason campaign, with Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar contributing crucial goals to the win. As the series shifts to Los Angeles for Game 2, the Avalanche will look to build on their momentum and take a commanding lead in the series.
Avalanche grind out Game 1 victory against Kings in Scott Wedgewood’s NHL playoff debut The Denver Post
