But with just under three minutes remaining, Martin Nečas’ delay-of-game penalty handed the New York Islanders a jolt of momentum. They compounded it by pulling Ilya Sorokin for an extra skater, turning a routine 5-on-4 into a high-pressure 6-on-4. Suddenly, Colorado was absorbing wave after wave as New York threw the kitchen sink at Wedgewood.

Avalanche goalie Scott Wedgewood speaks on his dominant start to the season and the opportunity that has arisen due to injuries.

Veteran Avalanche goalie Scott Wedgewood has been a standout performer this season. The 33-year-old backup was thrust into a starting role to kick off the year as starter Mackenzie Blackwood dealt with injuries. In his place, Wedgewood has shined and been a key part of the Avalanche’s start to the season.

The 29-year-old netminder appeared in eight games with the Stars, posting a 3-1-3 record, 3.05 goals-against average and a .913 save percentage

Wedgewood stopped 16 of 19 shots in Thursday's 6-3 win over the Rangers.

The Colorado Avalanche are keeping a theme going by rewarding players contributing to the hottest team in the NHL.

There are some nights when it looks like Scott Wedgewood is trying something completely outside the box. Whatever he tries these days, it’s working for him. The Colorado Avalanche can’t stop winning, and Wedgewood is quickly becoming one of the best stories in the first quarter of the 2025-26 NHL season.

Scott Wedgewood looks to remain in top form tonight against the New York Rangers, who have had an up-and-down season.