DENVER — After a shaky start, goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood has significantly improved, earning praise from coach Jared Bednar for his recent performances, including two shutouts against the Nashville Predators and San Jose Sharks. Bednar acknowledged Blackwood’s recovery from an offseason injury and expressed confidence in both Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood, who is also performing well, as the Avalanche enjoy a 10-game winning streak.
