Canadiens rookie defenceman Lane Hutson has blossomed into one of the top offensive defencemen in the NHL. He has already become the team’s number-one defenceman and power play quarterback. Young defenceman Kaiden Guhle has also had a strong season as he is developing into an elite shutdown defenceman alongside newly acquired Alexandre Carrier. On top of this, the Canadiens … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Options with Veteran Defenceman
Anaheim Ducks Star Forward Shines Despite Rebuild
Anaheim Ducks star forward Troy Terry is playing well, and the NHL recently named him Second Star of the Week for his standout performance during the week ending January 5, 2025. Terry delivered an impressive four goals and two assists in four games, propelling the Ducks to three crucial victories. This accolade highlights his importance to the team, his status as one of the … [Read more...] about Anaheim Ducks Star Forward Shines Despite Rebuild
NHL Predictions: Jan. 17 Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled and offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups. In today’s round of NHL Predictions, we are looking at the game between the Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan. 17 Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes
Edmonton Oilers Sign Veteran Defenceman
The Edmonton Oilers have made another addition to their blueline. It was announced on Friday that veteran defenceman John Klingberg signed a deal with the team. It’s a one-year deal with a $1.35 million cap hit. This deal will expire at the end of the coming season. JOHN KLINGBERG The #Oilers have signed the free agent defenceman to a one-year contract. Klingberg has scored 81 … [Read more...] about Edmonton Oilers Sign Veteran Defenceman
Toronto Maple Leafs Star Centre On Injury Reserve
The Toronto Maple Leafs will be without star centre John Tavares for at least one week after placing him on injury reserve. The former captain was injured in practice on Wednesday after an awkward fall during a power-play drill. His skates got tangled up with defenceman Chris Tanev‘s and it caused him to over-extend his leg. Tavares looked hurt and was slow to get up. Once he … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Star Centre On Injury Reserve
NHL Predictions: Jan.16 New Jersey Devils vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled then offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups. Today we are looking at the game between the New Jersey Devils vs. Toronto Maple Leafs. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 season continues. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan.16 New Jersey Devils vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL Predictions: Jan. 16 Dallas Stars vs Montreal Canadiens
Welcome to the latest edition of NHL Predictions. In this series, our team here at Last Word on Hockey breaks down head-to-head matchups and other key elements that may influence the outcome of each game each day. This edition of NHL Predictions looks at the Thursday, January 16, 2025 matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Montreal Canadiens. NHL Predictions Dallas Stars vs. … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan. 16 Dallas Stars vs Montreal Canadiens
NHL Predictions: January 16 Winnipeg Jets vs Seattle Kraken
Thursday night in the NHL features the Seattle Kraken steering into Winnipeg to faceoff with the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. Welcome to NHL Predictions here at Last Word on Hockey, where we preview and predict the upcoming slate of NHL games around the league each day! In this article, we will preview and predict the matchup between the Winnipeg Jets and Seattle … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 16 Winnipeg Jets vs Seattle Kraken
NHL Predictions: Jan. 16 San Jose Sharks vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
Welcome back to NHL Predictions! Tonight, the San Jose Sharks take on one of the surprise teams in the league, the Columbus Blue Jackets. Today, like every day, Last Word on Hockey looks at the games happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. Let’s look at the Sharks facing off against the upstart … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan. 16 San Jose Sharks vs. Columbus Blue Jackets