Deen’s Daily: Blackwood On His Game; Bednar Praises Sharks; Another Back to Back

Mackenzie Blackwood is ready to go to war for his team. Colorado’s head coach praised the Sharks for taking strides this season. Also, a waiver claim, and some quarter mark thoughts.

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

Colorado Hockey Now

The Avalanche are preparing for their toughest back-to-back yet. They take on the surging Minnesota Wild at 1:30 p.m. on the road before heading home Saturday for a 1 p.m. puck drop against the Montreal Canadiens. I’m looking forward to seeing those Quebec Nordiques jerseys again.

But before we get there, let’s rewind back to Wednesday’s 6-0 victory over San Jose. Most importantly, the play of Blackwood and how thankful he was for the guys in front of him after recording his second straight shutout.

READ MORE: 10 Observations: Blackwood is Thankful His Avalanche Teammates Helped Secure Another Shutout (+)

Around The NHL

San Jose Hockey Now: What’s the next step in the education of the Sharks?

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Penguins quarter mark grades. What’s working so far, what’s not?

Montreal Hockey Now: The Habs reclaimed a forward off waivers from rival Toronto,

New Jersey Hockey Now: The Devils are thankful for Simon Nemec, and the steps he’s taken to round out his game this season.

Detroit Hockey Now: When should the Red Wings call up young Michael Brandsegg-Nygard again?