Avalanche Tap Mackenzie Blackwood to Start Crucial Game 4

Mackenzie Blackwood is slated to start in goal for the Colorado Avalanche in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday. Coach Jared Bednar confirmed the switch, replacing Scott Wedgewood as the Avalanche face elimination, trailing 3-0 in the series. This will mark Blackwood's 11th career playoff game, a crucial start as the team aims to stave off a sweep and stay alive in the series.