The Avs gained a two-goal lead against San Jose on Wednesday and won again. It’s a common pattern this season. Gabe Landeskog didn’t play, but he met with media before the game to talk about the Olympics. Also, another brawl in the latest edition of the Lightning Panthers rivalry.
All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — February 6.
Colorado Hockey Now
It looks like Landeskog is ready to go for the Olympics after a brief period of uncertainty. He met with media to discuss injury, Olympic excitement, and more.
READ MORE: Gabe Landeskog Talks Excitement, Preparation for Olympics
Wednesday’s 4-2 victory was the 32nd time Colorado has had a multi-goal lead in a game. You’ll be surprised to hear how good they are in those matchups.
READ MORE: 10 Takeaways: The Avalanche Are Perfect With Multi-Goal Leads (+)
Around The NHL
Forever Blueshirts: Trade Grades: How the Rangers did with the Artemi Panarin trade.
Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pens stayed hot, beating the surging Buffalo Sabres before the break.
Florida Hockey Now: Paul Maurice was ejected, Brandon Hagel pummeled Matthew Tkachuk, and the Panthers and Lightning had a brawl in the third period. The Panthers lost 6-1 and continue to limp through the 2025-26 season.
San Jose Hockey Now: Kiefer Sherwood looked like a good fit for the Sharks in his debut.
