Mackenzie Blackwood earns praise after leading Avalanche to two wins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 9:23 AM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Mackenzie Blackwood registered back-to-back victories for the Colorado Avalanche against the Dallas Stars and Pittsburgh Penguins. He secured 53 saves over these games, allowing just four goals, and showcased his skills by making crucial saves that highlighted his potential. This followed a challenging start against the Toronto Maple Leafs on October 10, where he faced heavy criticism. Blackwood's improved performance has begun to shift perceptions among Avalanche supporters and critics alike.
- •Blackwood earned wins against Dallas and Pittsburgh.
- •He made 53 saves while allowing four goals in those two games.
- •Criticism followed a poor outing against Toronto on October 10.
- •His recent saves have mitigated defensive errors for Colorado.
- •The Avalanche look for consistent performance as the season progresses.
- 9:23 AMYahoo Sports — Mackenzie Blackwood Is Giving His Critics Another Reason to Eat Crow
"Mackenzie Blackwood is answering his critics with back-to-back wins, 53 saves, and a timely reminder that Jared Bednar may have been right about him all along.
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