Wyatt Aamodt Lights the Lamp with First NHL Goal for Avalanche
LOS ANGELES—Wyatt Aamodt's NHL dream just got a whole lot sweeter. The Colorado Avalanche defenseman notched his first career goal on Sunday against the Los Angeles Kings, a milestone moment in just his second big-league game.
The Breakthrough
With the Avs trailing, Aamodt seized his chance in the third period. The 27-year-old from Hermantown, Minnesota, fired a shot that beat Kings goalie David Rittich, sparking cheers from the bench and fans alike. It wasn't enough to steal a win—LA held on—but Aamodt's snipe broke the shutout and put his name in the history books. He logged 14:53 of ice time and added two shots, showing he's ready to make noise.
WATCH AAMODT'S FIRST GOALJourney to the Show
Aamodt's no overnight success. After captaining Minnesota State University to a 2022 CCHA title, he grinded with the AHL's Colorado Eagles, racking up 12 goals and 37 assists across nearly 200 games. His +32 rating this season—best in the AHL—earned him a call-up. Saturday's debut against the Kings saw him skate 15:09 with two shots; Sunday, he one-upped it with a goal. Talk about a weekend!
• First NHL goal in second career game
• 14:53 ice time with 2 shots on goal
• 2022 CCHA champion at Minnesota State
• 49 points in 198 AHL games
• AHL-best +32 rating this season
• 27-year-old rookie defenseman
Why It's Huge
For Aamodt, it's more than a stat line—it's proof he belongs. The Avs, playoff-bound, rested stars, giving rookies like him a shot. Pairing with vets like Cale Makar and Parker Kelly, he's learning fast. Fans on X lit up, with shouts like "AAMODT'S FIRST—LET'S GO!" echoing the hype.
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