Deen’s Daily: Landeskog Update Coming Today?; Jack Johnson’s New Role; Zamula Drama

The Avalanche could provide more details on their captain’s injury today. Also, a member of their 2022 Stanley Cup championship team has officially retired. In Pittsburgh, their latest defenseman acquisition is already on his way out.

All that and more on this edition of Deen’s Daily — January 6.

Colorado Hockey Now

The Avalanche are in Tampa Bay tonight to complete a three-game Eastern Conference road trip against the Lightning. It seems like they’ve finally had a dose of adversity come their way after a string of injuries hit the lineup.

We might also get an update on Gabriel Landeskog’s status later this morning.

READ MORE: The Latest On Gabriel Landeskog and Devon Toews

Jack Johnson’s NHL career has officially come to an end. And he’s moving on to accept a new role with the Vancouver Canucks.

READ MORE: 2022 Stanley Cup Champion Lands New Gig With Vancouver Canucks

Around The NHL

Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Egor Zamula is going to be a free agent later today. His stint with the Pittsburgh Penguins ends in dramatic fashion.

Philly Hockey Now: It’s official. The Flyers have locked up one of their centermen to a long-term extension. Is Trevor Zegras next?

New Jersey Hockey Now: This is a great piece from my colleague James Nichols after Devils fans openly booed defenseman Luke Hughes over the weekend.

Florida Hockey Now: Sam Bennett finally spoke after missing out on Team Canada’s roster for the Winter Olympics. I’m not sure if I agree with his reasoning on why he didn’t make it.