Bednar’s Comments Tease Big Changes Coming for Avalanche

Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar indicated he plans to alter his approach following a heavy 7-2 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Despite entering the game on a three-game winning streak, the Avalanche struggled defensively and allowed Columbus to score four goals in the second period, prompting Bednar to declare that his early-season patience is running out.

Writer Jim Parsons notes that recurring defensive lapses around the crease and goaltenders Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwood remain a major issue for the 9-6-1 Avalanche. Bright spots for Colorado included goals from Cale Makar and Nazem Kadri, alongside two assists from Nathan MacKinnon, ahead of their upcoming home matchup against Nashville.