Blackwood Starts? Avalanche vs. Sharks: Lineups, Insights & Viewing Info
The Colorado Avalanche (7-1-4) are set to face off against the San Jose Sharks (3-6-2). This matchup wraps up their back-to-back West Coast series, with puck drop scheduled for 2:08 p.m. MT.
Key Players to Watch
Mackenzie Blackwood will make his season debut against the Avalanche. He has not played since last season’s Game 7 against the Dallas Stars. This game holds significance for Blackwood, who was traded to San Jose nearly a year ago.
In the current league standings, Colorado boasts the best record, with just one regulation loss in October. They finished the month at 7-1-4. Meanwhile, several players are excelling in point production:
- Nathan MacKinnon: 18 points
- Cale Makar: 17 points
- Martin Necas: 16 points
- Macklin Celebrini (Sharks): 17 points
Young Talent on Display
Despite their struggles, the Sharks feature an exciting roster of young talent. Macklin Celebrini, just 19 years old, along with William Eklund, 23, and Will Smith, 20, each have achieved double-digit points early in the season.
Injury Updates
Gavin Brindley exited the previous game after a hit and his status is uncertain. If he cannot play, recent call-up Taylor Makar is expected to make his NHL debut.
Avalanche Injury Report
- Logan O’Connor (hip): Expected return in early November
- Samuel Girard (upper body): Week-to-week
- Joel Kiviranta (lower body): Indefinite absence
Upcoming Games
Here are the remaining games in the season series between the Avalanche and Sharks:
- Nov. 1: San Jose Sharks
- Nov. 26: vs. San Jose Sharks
- Feb. 4: vs. San Jose Sharks
Projected Lines for the Avalanche
| Line | Players |
|---|---|
| Line 1 | Artturi Lehkonen — Nathan MacKinnon — Martin Necas |
| Line 2 | Ross Colton — Brock Nelson — Valeri Nichushkin |
| Line 3 | Gabriel Landeskog — Jack Drury — Victor Olofsson |
| Line 4 | Parker Kelly — Zakhar Bardakov — Gavin Brindley |
| Defense Pair 1 | Devon Toews — Cale Makar |
| Defense Pair 2 | Josh Manson — Brent Burns |
| Defense Pair 3 | Ilya Solovyov — Sam Malinski |
Goalies
- Mackenzie Blackwood (COL): Unconfirmed starter
- Yaroslav Askarov (SJS): Unconfirmed starter
How to Watch
The game will be broadcasted on Altitude TV and can be listened to on 92.5 FM.
Milestones to Watch
- Gabriel Landeskog: Needs 2 goals for 250
- Artturi Lehkonen: Needs 1 point for 300
- Jack Drury: Needs 3 games for 200
