Avalanche Look to Close Out Series on Home Ice. Who Gets the Start in Net?
Avalanche Look to Close Out Series on Home Ice. Who Gets the Start in Net?

Colorado Avalanche eye series-clinching victory on home ice as goaltending debate intensifies. Can the Avs finally close out a playoff series at Ball Arena, or will the Minnesota Wild seize a lifeline? Hosts Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson break down Colorado’s matchup advantages, the aggressive play expected from Minnesota, and the significance of key Wild injuries, including the absences of Eriksson Ek and Brodin. The heated discussion centers on who should start in net—Scott Wedgewood or Mackenzie Blackwood—with listener insights fueling the debate. Other key topics include Colorado’s penalty kill struggles, special teams’ impact, and Josh Manson’s controversial fine. Plus, Chris MacFarlane’s nomination for GM of the Year sparks analysis of his roster moves compared to rivals Bill Guerin and Pat Verbeek. Will the Avalanche capitalize on their momentum and depth, or can the Wild turn the tide? Don’t miss this pulse-check on Colorado’s playoff quest. Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s 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/lockedonavalanche Everything Locked on Avalanche: https://solo.to/lopn_avalanche Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAvalanche?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow on X: Chris: https://twitter.com/c__micieli Zach: https://twitter.com/XavierSuperfly Show Page: https://twitter.com/LOPN_Avalanche #NHL #coloradoavalanche _____________________________________________ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Hims To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON 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)



What the Avalanche must consider before naming their game 5 starter? Do the Wild have anything left?
What the Avalanche must consider before naming their game 5 starter? Do the Wild have anything left?

The Drive reacts to the Avalanche’s massive Game 4 win, a night where Colorado re‑established control, grabbed a 3–1 stranglehold on the series, and reminded the Wild what real playoff hockey looks like. After an uninspired Game 3 loss, the Avs answered with physicality, defensive commitment, and a tone‑setting edge that Minnesota simply had no answer for. The guys break down the moment they knew “this team isn’t losing tonight,” how the Avs’ top‑ranked penalty kill continues to suffocate opponents, and why the Wild generated almost nothing outside of a single bad Manson penalty. And of course — the biggest storyline of the night: Mackenzie Blackwood. How did he look in his first postseason start Did he earn the net for a potential closeout in Game 5 And have the Avs already punched their ticket to the Western Conference Final IN THIS EPISODE, THE GUYS BREAK DOWN: • How the Avs restored order with a dominant Game 4 response • What Colorado’s physicality revealed about the gap between these teams • Why the Wild had nothing outside of one bad Manson penalty • How Mackenzie Blackwood handled the moment in his first start • Whether Blackwood should start the potential closeout in Game 5 • If the Avs have effectively punched their ticket to the WCF Avs fans — jump in the comments: • When did YOU know the Avs weren’t losing Game 4 • Who should start Game 5: Blackwood or Wedgewood • And have the Avs already taken full control of this series



Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild GAME 4 LIVE from Society Sports & Spirits!
Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild GAME 4 LIVE from Society Sports & Spirits!

The Avalanche were far from their best in their Game 3 loss. Will it be Wedgewood or Blackwood in net for Colorado tonight after Wedgy was pulled on Saturday? How do the Avs respond to their first loss of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs? And will the Wild even things up before the series returns to Ball Arena? Nate Lundy and Shawn Drotar preview Game 4 LIVE at Society Sports & Spirits presented by Volo and Surfside. For the latest in Denver Sports, stay tuned here at Mile High Sports where you get daily coverage on your favorite teams, boots on the ground from our credentialed reporters. Every Team. Every Day. Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MileHighSports Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @MileHighSports Check out our website: MileHighSports.com



Are the Avalanche in Trouble vs. the Wild After a Game 3 BLOWOUT? | Shapiro and Piro
Are the Avalanche in Trouble vs. the Wild After a Game 3 BLOWOUT? | Shapiro and Piro

The Colorado Avalanche look to bounce back in Game 4 after a rough 5-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild in Game 3, but Colorado still holds a 2-1 series lead heading into a massive matchup tonight. On today’s show, Shapiro and Piro break down whether Avalanche fans should be concerned after the blowout loss, preview the biggest storylines for Game 4, and discuss the expected decision to start Mackenzie Blackwood in net over Scott Wedgewood. We also dive into the performances of Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, Kirill Kaprizov, and Matt Boldy as the Avalanche and Wild battle in this heated Stanley Cup Playoff series. Can Colorado respond in Game 4, or has Minnesota shifted the momentum? 🔥 Don’t miss the latest updates on Denver’s top teams from Shapiro and Piro — hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications to stay on top of all the action!



Minnesota Controls the Action, Gets Back Into Series With a Game 3 Win Over the Avalanche
Minnesota Controls the Action, Gets Back Into Series With a Game 3 Win Over the Avalanche

Minnesota Wild overpower Colorado Avalanche with relentless play and tactical precision. After dropping their first game in seven playoff outings, the Avalanche face pressing questions about their offensive cohesion and ability to adjust. Zach Pearson and Chris Micieli break down how Kirill Kaprizov’s opportunistic goal, Ryan Hartman’s power play presence, and Brock Faber’s net-front drive set the tone for the Wild’s 5-1 victory. Was Colorado’s signature double drop pass power play strategy finally exposed, and can Jared Bednar’s squad recover? The hosts examine Nathan MacKinnon’s frustration, Scott Wedgewood’s short night in goal, and the Avalanche’s ongoing battle with zone entry and board battles. They debate whether Mackenzie Blackwood should start next, highlight Minnesota’s defensive lockdown, and discuss controversial calls involving Quinn Hughes. How will Colorado respond after a rare playoff letdown? Don’t miss this spirited, stat-packed analysis of the Avalanche’s quest to regain control of their Stanley Cup run. Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s 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/lockedonavalanche Everything Locked on Avalanche: https://solo.to/lopn_avalanche Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAvalanche?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow on X: Chris: https://twitter.com/c__micieli Zach: https://twitter.com/XavierSuperfly Show Page: https://twitter.com/LOPN_Avalanche #NHL #coloradoavalanche ________________________________________ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. 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)



Wild get back in series with Colorado chase Wedgewood. Can they tie the series?
Wild get back in series with Colorado chase Wedgewood. Can they tie the series?

The Wild responded in game 3 and showed the Avalanche are human. Can they find a way to tie the series and make it a best 2 of 3? Hope you enjoy the content if you do it would be greatly appreciated if you would hit like and subscribe if you haven't done so already. If you feel like sharing this video or any other videos from the channel go right ahead and share away with friends family or whoever you'd like to. Check out the discord but be respectful and stick to hockey talk if you can't do that then you will get booted. https://discord.com/invite/QG5bFD4gpE



INSIDE THE MEDIA ROOM: Jared Bednar speaks to the media after PULLING Scott Wedgewood in game 3
INSIDE THE MEDIA ROOM: Jared Bednar speaks to the media after PULLING Scott Wedgewood in game 3

Jared Bednar addresses the media following the Avs first loss of the postseason to the Minnesota Wild. #nhl #goavsgo #avalanchehockey #coloradoavalanche #minnesotawild Powered by: ramoslaw.com



Avs goalie Mackenzie Blackwood on getting put in for first playoff action
Avs goalie Mackenzie Blackwood on getting put in for first playoff action

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood commented on being called in to relieve Scott Wedgewood during the Game 3 loss against the Minnesota Wild.




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