Jared Bednar, head coach of the Colorado Avalanche, expressed his frustration regarding the NHL's decision not to stop play when goaltender Scott Wedgewood was injured during a game against the Buffalo Sabres. Wedgewood sustained a leg injury after a collision, leading to a goal being scored by the Sabres while he remained down on the ice. Bednar emphasized the need for referees to protect goalies just as they do for other players, stating that the play should have been halted.

The Avalanche ultimately won the game 6-5 in overtime, but the incident has raised concerns about Wedgewood's condition, with Bednar indicating he could be sidelined for several weeks. The team is hoping for a favorable diagnosis, as they are already dealing with multiple injuries to key players.