For the second time in as many seasons, Mackenzie Blackwood is going to show up after Scott Wedgewood and remove his chances of becoming the No. 1 goaltender for the Avalanche.
It’s OK. Wedgewood understands. It’s part of the job … and part of why he’s added extra value in his role.
With Blackwood still rehabbing from an offseason injury, Wedgewood is expected to start Colorado’s season opener Tuesday night in Los Angeles, and likely every game until his goaltending partner is ready.
“We actually Facetimed a few times this summer. It’s kind of funny to see his face pop up when he called me and we were joking around,” Wedgewood said.