Blackwood to Start Thursday vs. Florida, Boasts 8-1-1 Record Since Injury Return

Colorado Avalanche goalie Mackenzie Blackwood is confirmed to start between the home pipes against Florida on Thursday. He has been sensational since returning from a lower-body injury that sidelined him for the first 10 games of the season. In 10 appearances, Blackwood holds an impressive 8-1-1 record with a 2.21 GAA and a .920 save percentage. The Panthers are tied for 10th in NHL scoring, averaging 3.14 goals per game.