Avalanche Acquire Goaltender Scott Wedgewood

The Colorado Avalanche have traded goaltender Justus Annunen and a 2025 sixth-round draft pick to the Nashville Predators in exchange for veteran Scott Wedgewood. This move aims to stabilize Colorado's goaltending situation, which has struggled this season, as Annunen posted a 3.23 goals-against average and .872 save percentage in 11 games. Wedgewood, while also having a rocky start with a 3.69 GAA and .878 SV% in five games with Nashville, brings experience to the Avalanche's net. The trade reflects a shift towards prioritizing immediate performance for Colorado, despite the increased salary cap hit associated with Wedgewood. For Nashville, acquiring Annunen signals a focus on potential and youth, given the 24-year-old's promising attributes. Both teams hope the trade addresses their respective needs for improved goaltending performance.