Mackenzie Blackwood Returns from Injury, Starting for Avalanche Tonight

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood has been activated from injured reserve and is slated to start Friday's home game against the Predators, marking his first appearance since December 31st. He missed six games with a lower-body injury and was officially cleared to return on Wednesday. The 29-year-old has been stellar this season, posting a 13-1-1 record with a 2.07 GAA and a .924 save percentage across 15 appearances. His return provides a significant boost, restoring the Avalanche's full goaltending tandem.