First things first, congratulations to the Canadian athletes who did our country proud at the Olympics in Sochi. Drew Bledsoe Jersey . It wasnt just the medal count that was impressive, but the manner in which our Canadian men and women carried themselves on the World stage. Canadians proved once again that when they have the support they need, they can compete with any country in the world. And a very special thanks to our mens and womens hockey teams. They are the two teams that every four years seem to have more pressure on them to perform than any team in the history of sport. One observation before we get to football. Im not a hockey analyst, but Im a hockey fan, and fan of watching excellence, and it is very impressive to watch head coach Mike Babcock in action. Two things stood out while watching Babcock bring a group of superstars together. First, at about the midway point of the tourney, Babcock was asked why Sidney Crosby wasnt scoring. His reply: "everyone evaluates Sid on scoring, and I evaluate Sid on winning." He went on to suggest that Canadas lack of scoring shouldnt be judged as a poor offensive effort. "Dont get confused, we outchanced these teams big-time; we didnt score. We were a great offensive team. Thats how we coached." Babcock had asked this group of talented players to check their egos at the door and play a well rounded team game, and they complied. Proof of that was after the Gold Medal game, when Jonathan Toews was asked about the teams low offensive output in the tourney, and Toews answer suggested that at any time anyone on the Team Canada roster could have become more creative offensively and tried to put up big points, but that wasnt the plan and this team was going to stick to the plan. Yes, there were some close games including the 1-0 win against the Americans, but in the end Babcocks plan was bang on, and clearly not one player on Canadas roster was confused. Great stuff! Now to football, where one story has been in the shadows while we watched the Olympics. It involves the leagues newest team, the Ottawa Redblacks, and their quarterback situation. Lets hit the refresh button on the computer for a second. Just prior to the start of the Olympics, the Redblacks signed Henry Burris, and named him the starter at the press conference. This occurred not long after the expansion draft where Ottawa GM Marcel Desjardins chose Kevin Glenn from the Calgary Stampeders. In a conference call after the draft Glenn talked about how excited he was to have his own team to lead in the 2014 season. Then after the Burris announcement, Glenn had a bit of a Twitter issue where it looked like he was trying to direct message a couple of other players and accidentally sent a comment to the masses that wasnt exactly a ringing endorsement for the organization. Now Glenn claimed he was hacked, and maybe he was, but it doesnt change the fact that there could be a quarterback controversy brewing in the Nations Capital before they even take their first offensive snap. In a brief chat with Desjardins at the CFL Congress, the Ottawa GM indicated that he would listen to all trade offers of course, but would like to go to camp with all the QBs he currently has on his roster. However, will that be easier said than done? Glenn turned down my request to an interview for this story, as I tried to gauge where he is at mentally with regards to all that has developed in Ottawa. Now I respect Glenns choice to avoid having to comment on the situation, but it does force us to speculate. Does Glenn not want to talk publicly right now because he has nothing positive or constructive to say about the situation? Or is he declining interviews because he doesnt think there is anything to this story and that he is perfectly comfortable going to camp as the back-up to Burris? I know where my vote would go, but again it is only speculation. There are a few teams that could benefit from the addition of Kevin Glenn, and at the top of that list is the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. The Bombers have been searching for stability at QB for years now, and if they could somehow swing a trade with Ottawa, they would finally have it. In fact with Drew Willy getting his shot for the Bombers this year, acquiring Glenn would create a situation similar to what we have watched in Calgary the last couple of years. The Stamps have felt the future is Drew Tate (and now possibly Bo Levi Mitchell) and over the last two years had Glenn as the best insurance policy in the game. Willy with the veteran Glenn behind him is the same scenario and all of a sudden would give the Bombers a real chance to turn things around. Then again, how will Glenn feel about backing up Willy? Glenns situation is another example of the cliché that you hear from general managers all the time. "It is a great game but a terrible business." You cant fault Desjardins and head coach Rick Campbell for trying to acquire the best talent possible and create competition in camp. On the other hand, it is impossible to not feel for Kevin Glenn who just doesnt ever seem to be able to shake that back-up label, despite leading the Stamps to a West Final and a Grey Cup over the last two seasons. Also it is not that much of a stretch to suggest that the team that is able to acquire Glenn will become the best team in the league at the most important position on the field. Pick a team: BC, Travis Lulay and Kevin Glenn, not bad especially since Lulay is coming off another shoulder injury. Edmonton, Mike Rielly, Glenn and Matt Nichols. Reilly was very good last year and will be better, Nichols is working his way back from injury, Glenn gives them stability. Saskatchewan, Darian Durant and Glenn, tough to beat that experience. Toronto, Ricky Ray and Glenn, working in Scott Milanovichs offensive system, yikes! Montreal, the young Troy Smith learning from the veteran Glenn in meetings and on the practice field. I have left out Calgary and Hamilton because Glenn returning to either of those teams seems like a longer shot, however its not out of the realm of possibility, and both those teams would improve their chances of winning by adding Glenn. Which camp Kevin Glenn attends is a question that may not be answered for a while as teams sort through their rosters. However, it is a story I wanted to wedge in between the Olympics and the NHL trade deadline and one to watch as the off-season continues. In the meantime we can continue to speculate as to whether or not Glenn is angry with Ottawa and wants out, or is content to be the back-up to Burris and just doesnt want to talk about it. If the situation becomes confusing for Glenn or the brass in Ottawa they can refer back to Team Canadas Babcock and what he was able to do with that group of superstar hockey players. "Everyone evaluates Sid on scoring, and I evaluate Sid on winning." Dont get confused. Rodney Harrison Jersey .cas NHL Play of the Year showdown continues today with a man whos spent most of his career on highlight reels and a goalie actually "reaching back" for a save. Brandon Bolden Jersey . The 26-year-old slider from Calgary posted a time of 50.464 seconds, 0.573 seconds back of leader Natalie Geisenberger. The German led the overall World Cup womens standings this season and continued her dominance by putting down a track record time of 49. https://www.patriotsjerseysale.com/1561p-james-white-jersey-patriots.html . As analysts we do the same thing, so here are some observations from week one. First there were two major upsets. I should say, major upsets in the eyes of the fans and prognosticators.Check in throughout the day for the very latest from around the NHL, including injury updates, roster moves, and other breaking news. Anaheim Ducks Forward Emerson Etem and centre William Karlsson were demoted to the Norfolk Admirals (AHL). - Orange County Register Arizona Coyotes Mike Smith will start tonight against Colorado. - Team Twitter Buffalo Sabres Josh Gorges (knee) wore a full-contact jersey at practice today. - Team Twitter Carolina Hurricanes Defenceman Michal Jordan was recalled from the Charlotte Checkers (AHL) and placed defenceman Brett Bellemore on injured reserve with a lower body injury. - Team Release Jordan will play for Carolina on Wednesday and will be paired with Ron Hainsey. - Team Twitter Chris Terry has been assigned to the Checkers for a conditioning stint. - Team Release Colorado Avalanche John Mitchell (leg) wont play tonight against the Coyotes. - Denver Post Reto Berra will start in goal. - Denver Post Alex Tanguay will not return to the lineup tonight. - Denver Post Columbus Blue Jackets Brandon Dubinsky and Mark Letestu skated on the main ice after the morning skate concluded. - Rob Mixer, Columbus Blue Jackets Detroit Red Wings Brendan Smith took part in practice but is doubtful for tomorrows game. - MLive.com Edmonton Oilers Viktor Fasth will start in goal tonight. - Team Twitter Luke Gazdic will make his season debut tonight. - Team Twitter Florida Panthers Derek MacKenzie left practice early because of the flu. - George Richards, Miami Herald Montreal Canadiens The team has recalled Eric Tangradi fromm the Hamilton Bulldogs (AHL). Ben Coates Jersey. New York Islanders Calvin de Haan and Thomas Hickey both skated at practice after missing last nights game due to illness. - Team Twitter New York Rangers Ryan McDonah practiced with teammates for the first time since suffering a separated shoulder on November 1. - Team Twitter Toronto Maple Leafs Nazem Kadri was replaced in practice on the second power play unit by Joffrey Lupul. Lupul is set to return to Torontos lineup on Wednesday. - Jonas Seigel, TSN Dion Phaneuf is back at practice as missing yesterdays workout with soreness. - Jonas Seigel, TSN St. Louis Blues Jay Bouwmeester wont play tonight. - Team Twitter Brian Elliott will start in goal tonight. - Lou Korac, NHL.com Tampa Bay Lightning Victor Hedman will not play tomorrow but is not ruled out for Saturdays game. - Bryan Burns, Tampa Bay Lightning Vancouver Canucks Defenceman Dan Hamhuis injury is likely to force him to miss months of action. Team is seeking a second opinion. - GM Jim Benning D Andrey Pedan was acquired from the New York Islanders in exchange for F Alexandre Mallet and a 2016 third-round pick. Washington Capitals Brooks Laich and Mike Green will not play on Wednesday. - Alex Prewitt, The Washington Post Alex Ovechkin left practice early for precautionary reasons. - Alex Prewitt, The Washington Post Winnipeg Jets Forward T.J. Galiardi was placed on waivers. - Bob McKenzie, TSN Michael Hutchinson will start in goal. - Brian Munz, TSN Tobias Enstrom is day-to-day with a lower-body injury. - Ken Wiebe, Winnipeg Sun ' ' '