A feature of Scott Wedgwood’s wardrobe that led to victory in Colorado
The Colorado Avalanche extended their winning streak to six with a win over the Utah Mammoths on Tuesday night. While it is The Avalanche have been tough to beat this seasonteams around the NHL probably say they don’t need more luck. However, on Tuesday night, a strange strange thing about Scott Wedgwood goalkeeper equipment according to Bennett Durand via X, formerly known as Twitter, led the Avalanche to their victory.
“That color (of Wedgwood’s glove and pad) definitely helps. Because there’s a good chance that puck was in there,” Bednar said of the potential Mammoth tying goal. “But the thing is, you have to be able to see it inside, right? And you need an overhead camera to do that.”
Clayton Keller had a chance to tie the game for Mammoth late in the second period, but officials ruled it inconclusive if the puck crossed the goal line after a review. According to Bednar, everything was in Wedgwood’s dark-colored gear. The the decision helped a red-hot Wedgwood get the shutout with 32 saves in a 1-0 win.
Ironically, a similar play occurred in Tuesday night’s New York Rangers-Washington Capitals matchup. Igor Šesterkin made a great glove save, but after review, the officials concluded that the puck was in full crossed the border. Unfortunately for Shesterkin and the Rangers, his gear is white, which made it easy to spot.
Most goalkeepers opt for white equipment because they believe it is not as attractive to the shooter’s eye. Goalies think wearing white gear helps them blend in with the net and the ice, making the attacker feel like there’s less net to shoot at. Other goalkeepers opt for fashion over strategy, and on Tuesday night Scott Wedgwood did just that.
2025-12-24 13:23:00
