Blackwood's underlying metrics suggest a goalie ready to break out, which is exactly what the otherwise strong Avalanche need.

The Colorado Avalanche, a preseason Stanley Cup favorite now fighting for a wild-card playoff spot as they seek consistency in net, acquired goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood in a trade with the San Jose Sharks on Monday.

The NHL trade market continues to heat up, and the Colorado Avalanche are making a change at the goaltender position. The Avalanche have acquired veteran netminder Mackenzie Blackwood from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for goaltender Alexandar Georgiev and other assets.