Avalanche Face Goaltending Dilemma After Game 3 Loss to Wild
Avs pull Wedgewood, 'have a decision to make'
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The Colorado Avalanche suffered a 5-1 defeat against the Minnesota Wild in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals, leading to a potential goaltending change. Scott Wedgewood was pulled after allowing three goals, with Mackenzie Blackwood stepping in. Avalanche coach Jared Bednar hinted at a decision for Game 4.
- 01Scott Wedgewood was pulled after allowing three goals on 12 shots.
- 02Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 12 of 13 shots in relief.
- 03Nathan MacKinnon scored the Avalanche's only goal in the game.
- 04Kirill Kaprizov and Brock Faber each had three points for Minnesota.
- 05Game 4 is scheduled for Monday at 8 p.m. ET.
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The Colorado Avalanche faced a significant setback with a 5-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals. Goaltender Scott Wedgewood was pulled early in the second period after conceding three goals on 12 shots. He was replaced by Mackenzie Blackwood, who performed admirably, stopping 12 of 13 shots. Avalanche coach Jared Bednar indicated that a decision regarding the starting goaltender for Game 4 would be made, noting Blackwood's solid performance. The Avalanche's only goal came from Nathan MacKinnon, while the Wild's Kirill Kaprizov and Brock Faber each contributed significantly with three points. Despite controlling the puck for much of the game, the Avalanche struggled to convert their chances, finishing with 36 shots against Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt. The series continues on Monday at 8 p.m. ET.
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The Avalanche's goaltending decision could affect their performance in the upcoming games, impacting fans and the team's playoff hopes.
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