Mackenzie Blackwood - NHL News & Rumors

Avalanche search for offseason answers after Vegas ends Presidents' Trophy-winning season with sweep

The Colorado Avalanche's speed was neutralized by Vegas, leading to a sweep in the Western Conference Final

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Can't save season Blackwood stopped 24 of 26 shots in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.

Impact Blackwood put in a good performance, but the Avalanche's offense didn't give enough support in the season-ending loss. Blackwood ended up allowing eight goals on 73 shots over four playoff outings while most often playing second fiddle to Scott Wedgewood. Both goalies are under contract for next year, which may lead to a tandem approach in the Colorado crease once again if they play at a level similar to the one they displayed in 2025-26.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Blackwood sends EYES to the SKY 🤯

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Incredible ONE-HANDED tip-in attempt 🥶

3 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Golden Knights sweep Avalanche to advance to third Stanley Cup Final in nine seasons

Mark Stone and Cole Smith scored for Vegas and the Golden Knights suffocated Colorado’s high-powered offense to beat the Avalanche 2-1 on Tuesday night and for an unthinkable sweep...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Mackenzie Blackwood plays well, just not well enough, as Avalanche swept from playoffs

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar’s decision to replace goaltender Scott Wedgewood with Mackenzie Blackwood for Game 4 of the Western Conference Final wasn’t a bad idea, if onl...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Set to start Game 4 Blackwood is expected to defend the road net against Vegas on Tuesday in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, according to Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette.

Impact Blackwood made three appearances in Colorado's second-round series against Minnesota, surrendering six goals on 47 shots en route to a 1-0 record. Scott Wedgewood has struggled in three playoff defeats versus Vegas, allowing nine goals on 73 shots. As a result, the Avalanche will turn to Blackwood in an attempt to stave off elimination and force Game 5 back in Colorado on Thursday. The Golden Knights have amassed 3.73 goals per game this postseason.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche shrug off 2021 playoff loss to Golden Knights as they meet in the Western Conference final

Gabriel Landeskog doesn’t need any extra incentive or motivation

MAY 19 • Associated Press

Deep, star-studded Avalanche reach the conference finals for 8th time since arriving in Denver

The Colorado Avalanche advanced to the Western Conference final after a thrilling comeback win against the Minnesota Wild

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Pulled after one period Blackwood stopped 10 of 13 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Wild in Game 5.

Impact Blackwood got the start for the second game in a row, but a poor first period saw him replaced by Scott Wedgewood for the remainder of the game. The Avalanche overcame the 3-0 deficit Blackwood left behind, winning the series and earning a spot in the Western Conference Finals. Blackwood may be ticketed for backup duties to begin that series, which will see the Avalanche face the winner of the Golden Knights-Ducks series.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Brett Kulak scores 3:52 into OT, Avs advance to West final with 4-3 win over Wild

Brett Kulak scored 3:52 into overtime after Nathan MacKinnon tied it late in regulation and the Colorado Avalanche advanced to the Western Conference final with a 4-3 victory over...

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Avalanche's closeout bid jolted as Blackwood pulled after 3 first-period goals

Scott Wedgewood gave the Colorado Avalanche the spark they needed to forge a 4-3 comeback victory over the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday night

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Wild defenseman Zach Bogosian out for Game 5 against Avalanche with lower-body injury

The banged-up Minnesota Wild were without defenseman Zach Bogosian for Game 5 against Colorado on Wednesday night because of a lower-body injury

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Expected to start in Game 5 Blackwood is slated to start at home against Minnesota in Game 5 on Wednesday, per Jesse Montano of Guerilla Sports.

Impact Scott Wedgewood started in Colorado's first eight playoff games this year, but he was yanked from Saturday's 5-1 loss to Minnesota in Game 3 after allowing three goals on 12 shots. Blackwood stopped 12 of 13 shots in relief in that game, and then got the nod Monday, turning aside 19 of 21 shots en route to a 5-2 victory. Minnesota has averaged an impressive 3.80 goals per game in the 2026 postseason, but the Wild are down 3-1 in their series against Colorado.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche depth helps them grab a 3-1 series lead over Wild, with chance to clinch at home in Game 5

The Colorado Avalanche have showcased their depth against Minnesota, not just relying on stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Earns win in Game 4 Blackwood stopped 19 of 21 shots in Monday's 5-2 win over the Wild in Game 4.

Impact Blackwood made his first start of the postseason, and while it wasn't a dominant performance, it was enough for the win. The 29-year-old hadn't started since April 14 versus the Flames. Blackwood could have a chance to string together some starts after earning this win, especially since it gave the Avalanche a 3-1 series lead that allows the team to tinker if necessary. Game 5 is in Colorado on Wednesday.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche bounce back to beat the Wild 5-2 and take a 3-1 lead in the series

Ross Colton and Parker Kelly each scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period for Colorado as the Avalanche snapped back from a midseries lull and beat the Minne...

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Avs get veteran Josh Manson back on defense before he sets up a Wild goal with a costly mistake

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson returned from a five-game absence with a costly mistake

MAY 12 • Associated Press

First off ahead of Game 4 Blackwood is expected to protect the road net against Minnesota on Monday in Game 4, according to Peter Baugh of The Athletic.

Impact After occupying the starter's crease at Monday's morning skate and being the first goalie off the ice, Blackwood appears poised to make his first start this postseason. He stopped 12 of 13 shots in a relief appearance during Game 3's 5-1 loss to the Wild on Saturday. Blackwood posted a 23-10-2 record with three shutouts, a 2.50 GAA and a .904 save percentage in 38 outings during the 2025-26 regular season. Minnesota has amassed 36 goals in nine games this postseason.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Wild make it a series against the Avalanche, who have a Game 4 goalie decision to make

The Minnesota Wild showed they could hang with the NHL-best Colorado Avalanche in their second-round series by winning Game 3 in convincing fashion

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Steady in relief appearance Blackwood stopped 12 of 13 shots in relief of Scott Wedgewood in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Wild in Game 3.

Impact Blackwood put in a good performance over the better part of two periods. This was his first action this postseason after a regular season in which he had a 23-10-2 record with a 2.50 GAA and a .904 save percentage. Blackwood is in the playoffs for the second time in his career after he went 3-4 with a 2.71 GAA and an .892 save percentage over seven games in 2025. Wedgewood has been the better goalie so far, but it's not clear if Game 3 has caused head coach Jared Bednar to give Blackwood an extended look between the pipes.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Kaprizov gets the Wild going with a goal and two assists in a 5-1 win to hand the Avs their 1st loss

Kirill Kaprizov scored first and assisted on the next two goals as the Minnesota Wild delivered the Colorado Avalanche their first defeat this postseason with a 5-1 victory in Game...

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Avs make their first goalie change by pulling Wedgewood for Blackwood during Game 3 in loss to Wild

The Colorado Avalanche made a change in the net for the first time this postseason when they pulled Scott Wedgewood early in the second period of Game 3 of their second-round serie...

MAY 10 • Associated Press

NHL Tonight: Scott Wedgewood Interview | Colorado Avalanche Colorado goaltender Scott Wedgewood joins NHL Tonight to discuss what it's been like getting his first career playoff start at 33, his relat...

APRIL 30 • NHL.COM

NHL Tonight: Scott Wedgewood Interview | NHL.com Colorado goaltender Scott Wedgewood joins NHL Tonight to discuss what it's been like getting his first career playoff start at 33, his relat...

APRIL 30 • NHL.COM

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Avalanche search for offseason answers after Vegas ends Presidents' Trophy-winning season with sweep

Golden Knights sweep Avalanche to advance to third Stanley Cup Final in nine seasons

Mackenzie Blackwood plays well, just not well enough, as Avalanche swept from playoffs

Avalanche shrug off 2021 playoff loss to Golden Knights as they meet in the Western Conference final

Deep, star-studded Avalanche reach the conference finals for 8th time since arriving in Denver

Brett Kulak scores 3:52 into OT, Avs advance to West final with 4-3 win over Wild

Avalanche's closeout bid jolted as Blackwood pulled after 3 first-period goals

Wild defenseman Zach Bogosian out for Game 5 against Avalanche with lower-body injury

Avalanche depth helps them grab a 3-1 series lead over Wild, with chance to clinch at home in Game 5

Avalanche bounce back to beat the Wild 5-2 and take a 3-1 lead in the series

Avs get veteran Josh Manson back on defense before he sets up a Wild goal with a costly mistake

Wild make it a series against the Avalanche, who have a Game 4 goalie decision to make

Kaprizov gets the Wild going with a goal and two assists in a 5-1 win to hand the Avs their 1st loss

Avs make their first goalie change by pulling Wedgewood for Blackwood during Game 3 in loss to Wild