The Avs got a big goal from their captain on the same day they signed a rookie to an extension. Also, the Toronto Maple Leafs might be in trouble, and the San Jose Sharks keep on keeping on.
All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — November 12.
Colorado Hockey Now
Landeskog netted the game-winner on Tuesday in a battle between the No. 1 and No. 2 teams in the NHL. Scott Wedgewood was incredible between the pipes, and Nathan MacKinnon had three more points.
But they await word on whether Valeri Nichushkin is going to miss time after leaving the game with a lower-body injury.
READ MORE: The Aftermath: Landeskog Nets Game Winner — Avs Beat Anaheim But Lose Nichushkin
Just as the Avs were taking the ice for morning skate, the team announced an extension for Gavin Brindley.
I’ll have more on why I think this is a great signing. But for now, enjoy quotes from the locker room. No. 54 is locked up for two more seasons and will be an RFA after that.
READ MORE:Â Avalanche Sign Gavin Brindley To Two-Year Contract Extension
Around The NHL
Boston Hockey Now:Â David Pastrnak scored a milestone goal and the Bruins keep rolling. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs, who lost 5-3 in this game, suffered a third straight regulation loss and saw both Auston Matthews and Anthony Stolarz exit the game with injuries.
Are the Leafs in trouble?
Chicago Hockey Now: Goaltending has become a strength in the Blackhawks organization. It’s not just Spencer Knight, although he is the top dog and will be for a while.
San Jose Hockey Now:Â The Sharks keep rolling. Macklin Celebrini was great again but this time it was goaltending that secured two points.
Detroit Hockey Now: Todd McLellan doesn’t believe his team plays up to their size.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now:Â The Pens completed their first practice day in Sweden ahead of the NHL Global Series.
LA Hockey Now: Assessing the struggles of one of LA’s top centermen.
Montreal Hockey Now:Â Speaking of centermen, the Habs could solve a huge hole in their lineup if Kirby Dach keeps up this pace.
