Deen’s Daily: Necas Produces; Crosby’s Status Still in Limbo; Bedard Responds

Martin Necas had his first three-point game for the Avalanche. Sidney Crosby’s status is still unclear ahead of the 4 Nations Faceoff. Also, Connor Bedard answered questions about the criticism he got on TNT.

All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — February 7.

Colorado Hockey Now

The Avalanche are in Edmonton tonight for their last game before the break. But first, check out the game recap from the big win in Calgary on Thursday. Avs fans were treated to an exciting performance from the new trio of superstars.

Around the NHL

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The status of Sidney Crosby still remains hazy as of Thursday.

Philadelphia Hockey Now: The Flyers couldn’t win, but Matvei Michkov had a great game.

New Jersey Hockey Now: The ugly losses are piling up for the Devils. It’s time they figure it out, says one of their veteran forwards.

Detroit Hockey Now: The Red Wings are getting one of their forwards back this weekend.

San Jose Hockey Now: The Sharks forced overtime before a very curious penalty shot call for Vancouver ended things quickly.

Ottawa Hockey Now: Missing both Shane Pinto and Josh Norris is becoming a problem for Ottawa after another loss to Tampa Bay.

Chicago Hockey Now: “I’m not watching broadcasts, I’m playing hockey,” Connor Bedard said after getting criticized by Paul Bissonnette and the TNT crew.