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Source: Fox News
Summary
Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar suffered facial fractures and a corneal abrasion after being struck by a puck during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights. He is expected to make a full recovery and return for the playoffs. Assistant coach Nolan Pratt and Dave Hakstol will coach the team for the final two games of the regular season.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
Bednar’s injury adds to the list of Avalanche players who have been sidelined with injuries this season. The team has been relying on its depth to stay atop the Western Conference standings.
The puck to the face was a scary moment, but the Avalanche have already shown they can adapt to adversity.
Pratt and Hakstol will have to navigate the final stretch of the regular season, but the team’s top players, like Nathan MacKinnon, will still be driving the offense.
This one felt recognizable early.
Original Observation: The Avalanche’s ability to overcome injuries has become a hallmark of their season, and they’ll need to draw on that experience to make a deep playoff run.
