Scott Wedgwood shuts out Dallas Stars in 2-0 victory

Avalanche goaltender stifles Central Division rivals in key late-season matchup

Apr. 4, 2026 at 9:53pm

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Scott Wedgewood made 35 saves to record a shutout as the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Dallas Stars 2-0 in a hard-fought divisional clash at the American Airlines Center. The game featured physical play and bad blood between the two Western Conference powerhouses, who could potentially meet in the playoffs.

Why it matters

The Stars and Avalanche are widely considered the two best teams in the Central Division and potential Stanley Cup contenders. This game highlighted the intensity of their rivalry and the high stakes involved when these teams face off, foreshadowing what could be an epic playoff series between the two if they meet in the postseason.

The details

The game was a fast-paced, physical affair from the opening faceoff, with both teams trading chances in the first period. Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns played in his 1,000th consecutive NHL game, a remarkable ironman streak. In the second period, tensions boiled over as Mavrik Bourque and Jack Drury got into a scuffle after a battle for a loose puck. The Avalanche dominated the faceoff circle, winning a majority of the draws, which proved to be a key factor in the outcome.

  • The game was played on April 4, 2026.
  • Brent Burns played in his 1,000th consecutive NHL game.

The players

Scott Wedgewood

The Avalanche goaltender who recorded a 35-save shutout against the Stars.

Brent Burns

The Avalanche defenseman who played in his 1,000th consecutive NHL game, a remarkable ironman streak.

Mavrik Bourque

The Stars forward who got into a scuffle with Jack Drury in the second period.

Jack Drury

The Avalanche forward who got into a scuffle with Mavrik Bourque in the second period.

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What they’re saying

“The Stars might have a healthy team before the playoffs even begin.”

— Glen Gulutzan, Stars head coach

What’s next

The Stars will host the Calgary Flames on April 7th to wrap up their regular season series.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the intense rivalry between the Stars and Avalanche, two of the top teams in the Western Conference. With both teams likely headed to the playoffs, a potential postseason matchup between these squads could be one of the most anticipated series of the NHL playoffs.