Jared Bednar expressed dissatisfaction after the Colorado Avalanche's 3-2 overtime victory against the New York Rangers, labeling the performance as 'unimpressive.' He highlighted a lack of effort from several players, stating that it felt like only half the team was engaged during the match. Despite the win, which marked the Avalanche's 14th comeback victory, Bednar emphasized that key contributions were needed to secure the outcome.

Mackenzie Blackwood stood out with 27 saves, particularly thwarting numerous breakaway chances from the Rangers. His performance was crucial in keeping Colorado competitive, as noted by his teammates and Bednar, who called him the best player on the ice. Blackwood's reliability since joining the Avalanche has been noteworthy, with a record of 9-2-1 and consistently strong performances.