Avalanche Coach Criticizes Goal After Injury

During a recent NHL game, Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood was injured while play continued, leading to a controversial goal by the Buffalo Sabres. Avalanche coach Jared Bednar expressed outrage over the officials' decision not to stop the game for player safety, stating, 'For them to just let it go and then allow the goal is insanity to me.' Wedgewood was injured after Sabres forward Zach Benson fell into him, and despite the injury, the goal was allowed because Colorado did not regain possession of the puck. Bednar criticized the inconsistency in officiating, noting that similar situations had previously resulted in play being stopped. He indicated that Wedgewood will require further evaluation and is expected to miss time due to the injury. Bednar's comments reflect a broader concern about the enforcement of player safety protocols in the NHL.