Avalanche Strike First in Western Conference First Round, Edge Kings 2-1 In a thrilling opener to the Western Conference First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Colorado Avalanche emerged victorious over the Los Angeles Kings with a 2-1 win. Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood made a notable debut in the postseason, recording 24 saves in his first career Stanley Cup Playoff start. The win gives Colorado a crucial advantage in the series, but the Kings will look to bounce back in Game 2. The series is expected to be a closely contested battle between two teams with a history of playoff success.
DENVER -- Scott Wedgewood made 24 saves in his first career Stanley Cup Playoff start, and the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 in Game 1 of the Western Conference First Round at ...
