Summary
Toronto Maple Leafs overwhelm Colorado Avalanche with a 6-3 victory, raising critical questions around Colorado's goaltending. Can Mackenzie Blackwood seize the starter role, or will the Avalanche revisit last seasons persistent goalie concerns? Chris Micieli, Meghan Angley, and Zach Pearson break down Blackwoods struggles, the teams defensive lapses, and Coach Jared Bednars expectations as Avalanche fans speculate about the future between the pipes.Special teams woes continue, with Colorados power play running cold after a hot start and the penalty kill showing uncharacteristic cracks. The hosts spotlight the need for a confidence boost and greasy goals, while offering an in-depth update on AHL prospects like Gavin Brindley and Taylor Makar with the Colorado Eagles. Can the Avalanche fix their lingering issues ahead of a back-to-back against the Dallas Stars, or are deeper changes on the horizon?Ron Chenoy-Imagn ImagesEverydayer Club:If you never miss an episode, its time to make it official. Join the Locked On Avalanche Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more all built for our most loyal fans.https://lockedonavalanche.supercast.com/Subscribe to our Subtext to talk to us directly!https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonavalancheEverything Locked on Avalanche:https://solo.to/lopn_avalancheFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms https://link.chtbl.com/LOAvalanche?sid=YouTubeLocked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHLFollow on X:Chris: https://twitter.com/c__micieliZach: https://twitter.com/XavierSuperflyShow Page: https://twitter.com/LOPN_Avalanche#NHL #coloradoavalanche_________________________________________Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year with free shipping always.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade whats next.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see whats waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.