3 Takeaways from the Avalanche’s 5-2 Loss to the Senators

The Colorado Avalanche have had an interesting week so far. They have struggled on the ice of late, but solidified the future of their blueline by providing a contract extension to Sam Malinski. It may lead to a move or two at the deadline, but that is at least taken care of.

Unfortunately, the business on the ice has not been getting taken care of lately. The Avalanche fell short once again, losing in Ottawa to the Senators to the tune of 5-2. Here are the most important takeaways from the latest Avalanche loss.

Mackenzie Blackwood was not Good

For the third time in his last four starts, Mackenzie Blackwood was simply not good. The Avalanche have been blessed in terms of goaltending, and may even have a Vezina Trophy candidate on their hands in longtime backup Scott Wedgewood.