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Goalie Duo's Decade-Long Bond Fuels Avalanche Cup Dreams
21 Apr
Summary
- Blackwood and Wedgewood first met nearly a decade ago in Albany, NY.
- Their NHL journeys saw them part ways before reuniting with the Avalanche.
- Their friendship and mutual support are key to the team's success.
Goaltenders Alexandar Georgiev and Justus Annunen have cultivated a remarkable partnership with the Colorado Avalanche, a bond forged over nearly a decade. Their journey began in Albany, New York, where they first crossed paths nearly ten years ago. Despite diverging paths and individual challenges within various NHL organizations, their connection endured.
Originally drafted by the New Jersey Devils, both goalies navigated the complexities of professional hockey. Wedgewood, a 2010 third-round pick, and Blackwood, a 2015 second-round selection, experienced different routes to the NHL. Their shared experiences in the minor leagues, including playing together for the Albany Devils, laid the groundwork for their eventual reunion.
Their reunion with the Avalanche in the 2024-25 season has been pivotal. After struggling goaltending, the team acquired Wedgewood in late November and Blackwood shortly after. This move has solidified one of the NHL's premier goaltending tandems, with their strong mutual support and understanding being a key factor in the team's quest for a Stanley Cup.
