Scott Wedgewood overlooked in NHL Network's top 10 goaltender rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Scott Wedgewood, goaltender for the Colorado Avalanche, has been excluded from the NHL Network's recent ranking of the top 10 goaltenders. Despite a standout season that included a 31-6-6 record and fifth place in Vezina Trophy voting, Wedgewood's name did not appear on the list. He had one of the best seasons statistically among NHL goaltenders, contributing to the Avalanche's success. His omission from the list continues a trend of underappreciation for his performances in recent years, both in the NHL and during international competition. Discussions are ongoing about the criteria used for such rankings, especially since Wedgewood's achievements merit consideration among the league's elite.
- •Wedgewood posted a.921 save percentage and 2.02 goals-against average last season.
- •He finished fifth in Vezina Trophy voting with two first-place votes.
- •Wedgewood's Olympic snub further emphasizes his lack of recognition.
- •The Avalanche acquired Wedgewood from the Nashville Predators in December 2024.
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — Scott Wedgewood Deserves Better: The Avalanche Goaltender’s Latest NHL Snub Is Absurd
"Scott Wedgewood has become one of the NHL’s most overlooked goaltenders, and the latest ranking may be the most baffling snub yet for the Avalanche netminder.
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