In a nail-biting start to the Western Conference First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Colorado Avalanche edged out the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 in Game 1. Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood made a stunning debut in the playoffs, recording 24 saves in his first career playoff start. Despite being down a man for 4:30 in the third period, the Avalanche managed to hold off the Kings' push for the win, thanks in part to Wedgewood's impressive performance between the pipes. The victory sets the stage for a thrilling series between two fierce Western Conference rivals.
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 ...
