Mackenzie Blackwood has uncovered the key to Gavin Brindley’s success.
Brindley, who has evolved from training camp surprise to NHL regular to fill-in second-line forward in a hurry, had a goal and an assist Thursday night to help the Colorado Avalanche machine roll on in a 6-3 win against the Buffalo Sabres at Ball Arena.
“He’s played amazing,” Blackwood said. “I’m very impressed with him. But I guess I shouldn’t be surprised. He’s got a little Thunder Bay in him.”
The 21-year-old Brindley’s father is from Thunder Bay, Ontario, which also happens to be the hometown of a certain Avalanche goaltender.