Avalanche injury scare highlights need for goaltending depth this season
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Mackenzie Blackwood's recent injury scare has highlighted just how crucial goaltending depth will be for the Colorado Avalanche this season, emphasizing the need for reliable backups and strong competition in net.
Reports indicate that the Avalanche could be facing some injury concerns in net ahead of this season.
Injury scare highlights need for goaltending depth for the Avalanche.
Nestor Quixtan from Mile High Sticking writes that according to Avalanche insider Brennan Vogt, Mackenzie Blackwood has missed on-ice drills after reportedly injuring himself while making a save.
That's a major concern for the Avalanche, who are counting on him to be a key contributor to their success this season.
"While there hasn't been any official word on a potential injury to Blackwood, the reports are hardly encouraging." -Quixtan
Blackwood started 37 games for the Avalanche last season, delivering a strong 2.33 GAA and .913 SV%, marking a clear improvement over former starter Alexandar Georgiev.
If Blackwood misses time, Scott Wedgewood will step in. He's been reliable in Colorado, posting a 1.99 GAA and .917 SV% in 19 games last season.
"Having Wedgewood in the fold is comforting, but not ideal if he's the starter heading into the season." -Quixtan
The Avalanche don't have a clear third-string goalie ready for a full-time backup role, making it unlikely rookie Ilya Nabokov gets the call. Most likely, 24-year-old Trent Miner will step in to back up Wedgewood.
The situation will continue to be monitored as training camp approaches.
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