Deen's Daily: Updates from the World of Hockey
Erik Johnson's new role is a perfect fit for broadcast work, according to recent observations.
The Colorado Avalanche have had a busy schedule, with two road trips to L.A. and Buffalo, and two home games in the first week.
- The team had a quick turnaround after a shootout loss on Saturday, with an early flight on Monday and a 12:30 pm ET puck drop.
- They now have over 72 hours between games, allowing them time to work on areas for improvement after a successful 3-0-1 start.
Additionally, the league has seen two significant goalie injuries, and the New York Rangers have set a new home record they would rather forget.
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Author's summary: Erik Johnson's new role and hockey updates.