Deen’s Daily: Avs Working on Bad Habit; Suzuki’s True Value; Jarry’s Redemption

The Avalanche nearly blew another lead in the third period on Saturday before winning in the shootout. They’re working on fixing that bad habit while still winning games. Also, Nick Suzuki’s value is starting to take center stage as Montreal continues its push to lock up a wildcard spot.

All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — March 24.

Colorado Hockey Now

The Avalanche escaped Montreal with two points and a shootout victory. It was all thanks to Brock Nelson and Charlie Coyle, who stepped up after OT to overcome the Habs’ three-goal third-period comeback.

My 10 Observations touches on how Colorado is trying to erase a bad habit of giving up third-period leads. But in the process, they’re still winning games.

Around the NHL

Montreal Hockey Now: The latest Habs Wrap touches on the value of Suzuki, Brendan Gallagher’s touching moment, and more. The more I watch Suzuki face the Avs, the more I respect what that player is becoming.

Philadelphia Hockey Now: The Flyers tank is well underway. Three thoughts on Philly’s recent stretch.

Detroit Hockey Now: Todd McLellan called out his underachieving team. The Wings were comfortably in the wildcard race before losing eight of their last 10 games — all of them in regulation.

Florida Hockey Now: The Panthers started slow before coming back to beat Pittsburgh in the shootout.

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: The Pens only got that far because of Tristan Jarry, who continues to salvage his season after an AHL stint. Mike Sullivan is starting to have his starting goalie’s back again.