The Toronto Maple Leafs are over three weeks into the regular season. They’ve had some issues but their biggest problem is the power play. It’s been an issue dating back to the end of last season. This year, the Maple Leafs have brought in a new coaching staff. Including the addition of Craig Berube as head coach, Marc Savard is one of his assistants and is in charge of the … [Read more...] about Analyzing The Issues With The Toronto Maple Leafs’ Power Play
NHL Predictions: Oct. 26 with Winnipeg Jets vs. Calgary Flames
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. Today we’re looking at the Winnipeg Jets vs Calgary Flames. Be sure to check out more NHL predictions every day there’s hockey this season. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 26 with Winnipeg Jets vs. Calgary Flames
NHL Predictions: Oct. 26 New York Islanders vs Florida Panthers
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games happening and gives our predictions. We break down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play into the outcome of the game. Be sure to check out more prediction articles for all the hockey games. For this installment, we will be making predictions on the New York … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 26 New York Islanders vs Florida Panthers
NHL Predictions: October 26 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Vancouver Canucks
A busy Saturday for the NHL includes the star-studded matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Vancouver Canucks. Welcome back to NHL predictions here on Last Word on Hockey! Each day, we examine upcoming games, providing predictions, and analyzing head-to-head matchups. In today’s prediction article, Sidney Crosby and the Penguins take on Quinn Hughes and the Vancouver … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: October 26 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Vancouver Canucks
NHL Predictions: October 26 with Carolina Hurricanes at Seattle Kraken
Welcome to the latest edition of NHL Predictions. Every day, the Last Word on Hockey team digs into upcoming games to provide analysis on the matchups and what ingredients could make the difference. Today, we will be taking a deep dive into the Carolina Hurricanes’ next stop on their western road trip – the Seattle Kraken. NHL Predictions Carolina Hurricanes at Seattle … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: October 26 with Carolina Hurricanes at Seattle Kraken
NHL Predictions: Oct. 26 San Jose Sharks vs. Vegas Golden Knights
In this matchup, wee see the San Jose Sharks vs. the Vegas Golden Knights. Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each 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. Be sure to check out more NHL predictions for all the NHL’s games here on Last Word on … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 26 San Jose Sharks vs. Vegas Golden Knights
Carolina Hurricanes’ Defenceman is Making a Huge Impact
Carolina Hurricanes’ Defence brings excitement with the newest third pairing alongside a record for the franchise. Shayne Gostisbehere has returned to his old haunts in the Carolina Hurricanes’ defensive core, and it has been a show to watch. The Florida-born-and-trained defenceman has been lighting the lamp with style. Filling the skates of a team that lost an offensive-heavy … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes’ Defenceman is Making a Huge Impact
Kings Must Overcome Early Season Discipline Struggles
Discipline is a key issue for the the Kings who have the fifth most penalty minutes and the sixth worst penalty kill percentage this season. Kings Discipline Struggles The Los Angeles Kings are 4-2-2 in their first eight games this season. While this record has them in the playoff picture, there is one issue that continues to plague the Kings defence: penalties. The team has … [Read more...] about Kings Must Overcome Early Season Discipline Struggles
Exploring the Reasons Why the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Power Play has Improved
The Pittsburgh Penguins‘ power play was a large factor in the organization’s failing to make the playoffs last season. Despite a roster full of star talent including the acquisition of defenceman Erik Karlsson, the Penguins fell just short. One of the primary reasons the team failed to make the postseason was their being their dismal power play. They ranked 30th out of 32 … [Read more...] about Exploring the Reasons Why the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Power Play has Improved