The Colorado Avalanche traded goaltender Alexandar Georgiev, forward Nikolai Kovalenko and two draft picks to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, forward Givani Smith and one draft selection, highlighting the team's need to improve their goaltending situation after Georgiev's lackluster performance.
Following a series of disappointing performances and injuries, Alexandar Georgiev posted an 8-7-0 record with a 3.38 goals-against average and an .874 save percentage, compelling the Avalanche to seek a replacement in Mackenzie Blackwood.
Mackenzie Blackwood, who was the Sharks' primary goalie at the start of the season, had a solid record of 6-9-3 with a 3.00 GAA and .909 SV%, suggesting the Avalanche's strategy to boost their goaltending hopes with this trade.
Nikolai Kovalenko had shown potential with four goals and four assists in his rookie season, indicating the Avalanches’ willingness to part with promising young talent in exchange for necessary immediate upgrades.
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