The Avalanche signed a Colorado Eagles forward to an NHL contract. Sidney Crosby etched his name in the record books once again. Also, Macklin Celebrini is a 19-year-old superstar.

All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — October 28.

Colorado Hockey Now

The Avs are back at home to take on the very same team that defeated them in overtime on Sunday. They look to end their four-game winless slide, albeit only one of those losses have come in regulation.

He won’t be a part of this game, or any game in the near future, but Colorado signed an AHL forward, who was playing with the Colorado Eagles.

By signing him, he now becomes a call-up option.

READ MORE: Avalanche Sign Eagles Forward to NHL Contract

Around The NHL

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: How about 1,700 points for Sidney Crosby. The ageless wonder is off to yet another incredible start to the season, and hit the milestone in a big Penguins victory on Monday.

San Jose Hockey Now: Macklin Celebrini isn’t just a 19-year-old. He’s a superstar in the making, already hitting insane numbers in his second NHL season.

Detroit Hockey Now: Speaking of young future stars, the Red Wings sent down one highly touted prospect to the AHL after a tough start to his career. And another is experiencing the dreaded sophomore slump.

Philly Hockey Now: An update on two injured Flyers defensemen.


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