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In net Tuesday Blackwood was the first goalie off the ice for the Sharks' morning skate, indicating he'll be between the pipes for Tuesday's preseason game versus Utah, Curtis Pashelka of The San...

Impact Blackwood is contending with Yaroslav Askarov and Vitek Vanecek for San Jose's starting gig in 2024-25. Blackwood was a second-round selection by the Devils in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft. The 27-year-old is coming off the second-largest workload of his career in 2023-24 -- he appeared in 44 regular-season contests, posting a record of 10-25-4 with an .899 save percentage and a 3.45 GAA with the Sharks.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for preseason action Blackwood will be between the pipes for Sunday's preseason matchup against the visiting Golden Knights, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Blackwood posted a 10-25-4 record with a 3.45 GAA and an .899 save percentage in 44 regular-season contests for the Sharks in 2023-24. With the No. 1 goaltender spot up for grabs in 2024-25, he will face competition for playing time from Yaroslav Askarov and Vitek Vanecek.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Skates Wednesday Blackwood (undisclosed) shared the ice with his teammates Wednesday, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Although Blackwood missed the Sharks final two contests of 2023-24 due to an undisclosed injury, he should be fine for the start of training camp. The 27-year-old is coming off a campaign in which he posted a 10-25-4 record, 3.45 GAA and .899 save percentage in 44 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for season Blackwood (undisclosed) did not accompany the Sharks on the team's two-game road trip, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Impact Blackwood isn't expected to join the team before Thursday's season finale versus the Flames. As a result, he will conclude the 2023-24 campaign with a 10-25-4 record, a 3.45 GAA, an .899 save percentage and two shutouts in 44 appearances. Devin Cooley will start Monday against Edmonton, and Georgi Romanov could face Calgary on Thursday.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allows six goals in loss Blackwood gave up six goals on 38 shots in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Wild.

Impact The Sharks stayed competitive until the last minute of the second period, when Kirill Kaprizov scored twice on Blackwood. This was Blackwood's fifth straight loss (0-4-1), and he's allowed 18 goals in that span. He's now at 10-25-4 with a 3.45 GAA and an .899 save percentage through 44 appearances this season. The Sharks' last two games of the season are on the road, with stops in Edmonton on Monday and in Calgary on Thursday.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to face Wild Blackwood was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports, indicating he will protect the home net Saturday against Minnesota.

Impact Blackwood is coming off a 38-save effort in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to Calgary. He has stopped 114 of 126 shots during his four-game winless skid. In 43 contests this campaign, Blackwood has earned a 10-24-4 record with a 3.38 GAA and a .900 save percentage. The Wild sit 21st in the league this season with 2.99 goals per game.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can't hold lead in overtime loss Blackwood stopped 38 of 41 shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Flames.

Impact Blackwood was spotted a 2-0 lead early in the second period but couldn't guide that advantage to the intermission. Andrei Kuzmenko ended up completing the Flames' comeback in overtime. Blackwood has lost seven of his last eight appearances, though this was one of his better efforts in that span. The 27-year-old is down to 10-24-4 with a 3.38 GAA and a .900 save percentage over 43 appearances. The Sharks' next game is in Seattle on Thursday.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 10, 2024 • NHL.COM

Facing Flames Blackwood is slated to guard the home goal versus Calgary on Tuesday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Blackwood struggled in his last start Sunday against Arizona, surrendering four goals on only 27 shots en route to a 5-2 defeat. He'll try to snap his personal three-game losing streak in a home matchup with a slumping Flames squad that's also lost three straight games.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Sunday Blackwood will patrol the home crease Sunday against Arizona, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Blackwood will get the second half of San Jose's back-to-back after Devin Cooley played in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over St. Louis. The 27-year-old Blackwood has a 10-23-3 record this season with a 3.38 GAA and a .901 save percentage through 41 games played. The Coyotes sit 18th in the league this campaign with 3.05 goals per contest.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up two goals in close loss Blackwood allowed two goals on 27 shots in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Kings.

Impact Blackwood lost for the fifth time in his last six outings, but this was at least a solid performance for the 27-year-old. Both goals came in a span of 18 seconds in the first period, and he was able to keep it close from there, but the Sharks' offense showed up too late. Blackwood is at 10-23-3 with a 3.38 GAA and a .901 save percentage over 41 contests this season. The Sharks host the Blues on Saturday and the Coyotes on Sunday, so it's likely Blackwood and Devin Cooley will split those games.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Facing Kings Blackwood will guard the home goal versus LA on Tuesday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Blackwood was decent in his last start Monday versus the Kraken, stopping 28 of 31 shots, but he still came away with a loss due to insufficient goal support from his teammates. He'll try to get back in the win column in a home matchup with a slumping Kings team that's lost three straight games.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Yields three goals in loss Blackwood allowed three goals on 31 shots in Monday's 4-2 loss to the Kraken. The fourth goal was an empty-netter.

Impact Blackwood settled in after a rough first period, but the damage was already done. He's lost four of his last five starts, allowing 15 goals over that span, with his one win being a shutout. The 27-year-old is at 10-22-3 with a 3.41 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 40 games this season. The Sharks' next game is Thursday at home versus the Kings.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Monday Blackwood was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports, indicating he will patrol the home crease Monday versus Seatt...

Impact Blackwood is coming off a 35-save shutout victory over St. Louis on Saturday. He also blanked the Kraken on Jan. 30 with 32 stops in a 2-0 win. Blackwood has a 10-21-3 record this season with a 3.42 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 39 games played. Seattle ranks 29th in the league with 2.60 goals per contest this campaign.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stands tall in shutout win Blackwood posted a 36-save shutout in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Blues.

Impact Blackwood had lost his last four decisions, allowing 16 goals over five appearances in that span. The 27-year-old was kept busy as the Blues pushed for offense, but he was up to the challenge to earn his second shutout of the campaign. Blackwood improved to 10-21-3 with a 3.42 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 39 appearances. The Sharks' next game is Monday versus the Kraken, a favorable matchup should Blackwood get the start.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Between pipes Saturday Blackwood will be in the visiting crease in St. Louis on Saturday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Blackwood has lost his last four starts, giving up 16 goals on 119 shots. He is 9-21-3 with a 3.52 GAA and an .897 save percentage for the lowly Sharks. The Blues are averaging 2.86 goals this season, 25th in the NHL.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Minnesota Blackwood stopped 29 of 31 shots in a 3-1 loss to the Wild on Thursday.

Impact Blackwood was sharp Thursday, holding Minnesota to a pair of goals, though the Sharks could only provide one goal of support in an eventual 3-1 defeat. Blackwood has dropped three straight starts since returning from an 11-game IR stint, allowing 12 goals in that span. He falls to 9-21-3 with an .897 save percentage and 3.52 GAA on the campaign.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Thursday Blackwood will be in the visiting crease in Minnesota on Thursday, according to Jessi Pierce of NHL.com.

Impact Blackwood is 0-3-0 in his last three starts, giving up 14 goals on 88 shots (.841 save percentage). He will try and turn things around against the Wild, who average 30.1 shots on goal, 20th in the NHL. Blackwood is 9-20-3 with a 3.57 GAA and an .896 save percentage for the lowly Sharks this season.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaky in loss Blackwood surrendered six goals on 41 shots in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Stars.

Impact Blackwood has lost his last three decisions, giving up 14 goals across four contests in that span. The 27-year-old hadn't faced more than 40 shots since Jan. 13, but the Sharks' defense is far from sturdy in front of him. Blackwood is at 9-20-3 with a 3.57 GAA and an .896 save percentage through 37 appearances this season. The Sharks' next game is Thursday in Minnesota.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding cage against Stars Blackwood will patrol the blue paint at home versus Dallas on Tuesday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Blackwood gave up four goals on 21 shots in his return from a long-term groin injury against the Lighting on Thursday. The 27-year-old netminder is still looking for his 10th win of the season while already having posted a career-high 19 losses. In addition, Blackwood is sporting a career-worst 3.49 GAA. As such, fantasy managers probably want to consider other options in net for Tuesday's slate.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting after all Blackwood won't start Saturday's home contest against Chicago, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Blackwood was initially going to play, but Devin Cooley will face the Blackhawks instead. The 27-year-old Blackwood is still projected to serve as the backup goalie. He has a 9-19-3 record this season with a 3.49 GAA and an .897 save percentage through 36 games played.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slated starter for Saturday Blackwood is set to start at home against Chicago on Saturday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact Blackwood has a 9-19-3 record, 3.49 GAA and .897 save percentage in 36 contests this season. He returned from a groin injury Thursday and stopped 17 of 21 shots en route to a 4-1 loss to Tampa Bay. Although Blackwood is having a difficult season, Chicago, which ranks 32nd offensively with 2.16 goals per game, is still a favorable matchup for the goaltender.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loses in return Blackwood gave up four goals on 21 shots in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Lightning.

Impact Blackwood was also under evaluation after the contest, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports. Pashelka adds that Blackwood is expected to be fine, which is a good sign after he missed three weeks with a groin injury. The 27-year-old dropped to 9-19-3 with a 3.49 GAA and an .897 save percentage over 36 appearances. Blackwood is expected to take over the No. 1 job between the pipes, with Devin Cooley currently slated for backup duty after Magnus Chrona returned to AHL San Jose. The Sharks have a favorable matchup ahead Saturday versus the Blackhawks.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Thursday Blackwood (groin) is set to start at home against Tampa Bay on Thursday, per Max Miller of The Hockey News.

Impact Blackwood was activated off injured reserve earlier in the day. He has a 9-18-3 record, 3.48 GAA and .899 save percentage in 35 contests this season. The 27-year-old goaltender will be playing between the pipes for the first time since Feb. 27. The Lightning are tied for fifth offensively with 3.49 goals per game, so Blackwood's first assignment back from injury is a difficult one.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Activated off injured reserve Blackwood has been taken off injured reserve ahead of Thursday's matchup with the Lightning.

Impact Blackwood could be in line to start against Tampa Bay, though he hasn't been officially confirmed yet. If the netminder does start, it will be his first appearance in the crease since Feb. 27 against the Devils, a stretch of 11 games on the shelf. With Vitek Vanecek (lower body) likely done for the year, Blackwood figures to see the majority of the workload the rest of the way.

MARCH 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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