And five reasons why Colorado will hoist Lord Stanley.

After correctly predicting a Kings sweep, NHL 26 continues its uncanny playoff run as the Colorado Avalanche dispatch the Minnesota Wild in five games to advance to the Western Conference Final behind a balanced, relentless offensive surge, and savvy defensive play.

With the Florida Panthers out of the playoffs for the first time this decade, local hockey junkies are free to […] This article: No Florida Panthers, But Stanley Cup Playoffs are Off to a Fantastic Start originally appeared on Florida Hockey Now.

Despite finishing among the league’s leaders in nearly every major goaltending category, Scott Wedgewood’s Vezina snub underscores a season defined as much by excellence as by a lack of volume in the net.

Scott Wedgewood is not concerned with his omission as a Vezina Trophy finalist. Despite going 31-6-6, recording four shutouts, and […] The post Avalanche’s Scott Wedgewood Reacts To Vezina Finalist Snub appeared first on Colorado Hockey Now.

Scott Wedgewood seemed like an easy choice to be a Vezina Trophy nominee, but the voters didn't see the Avalanche goaltender in that light.

Scott Wedgewood is not a Vezina finalist, but is one of the NHL’s best net minders.

Scott Wedgewood certainly has been peace of mind for the Colorado Avalanche this season, with the career backup turning into a stabilizing force in net.

Scott Wedgewood’s steady rise from career backup to the Avalanche’s unexpected playoff anchor has transformed uncertainty in Colorado’s crease into one of the team’s quietest competitive advantages.