Blackwood Gets Starting Nod for Avalanche Against Red Wings

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood will defend the road net against the Red Wings on Saturday. He has a 14-4-1 record with a 2.44 GAA, a .909 save percentage, and two shutouts in 19 appearances this season. Blackwood has lost three of his last four outings, allowing 15 goals on 101 shots. Detroit ranks 18th in the league with 3.07 goals per game.