Hoping to stave off elimination, Avalanche turn to goalie Mackenzie Blackwood in Game 4
The Colorado Avalanche are making a change in goal for Game 4 of the Western Conference Final, replacing Scott Wedgewood with Mackenzie Blackwood. Coach Jared Bednar expressed confidence in Blackwood's ability to perform under pressure, despite his limited playoff experience. The Avalanche are currently facing elimination after losing the first three games of the series against the Vegas Golden Knights.
- ▪Mackenzie Blackwood will replace Scott Wedgewood in net for Game 4.
- ▪The Avalanche are down 3-0 in the series against the Vegas Golden Knights.
- ▪Nathan MacKinnon is expected to play after recovering from a knee injury.
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