The Toronto Maple Leafs have several players that will need new contracts by the end of this season. According to PuckPedia, there are 14 players on the NHL roster that are pending free agents. That includes pending unrestricted free agents, as well as restricted free agents. Matthew Knies is one of those RFA’s who will be looking to get paid in the offseason. However, despite … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Toronto Maple Leafs First-Liner Holding Off Extension
NHL Rumours: Pittsburgh Penguins Goalie Trade Chatter
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re only a few weeks into the season, but the hot stove is always cooking. We’ve seen some young players emerge and challenge established veterans. This means some of these older players on big contracts could be on the block. We focus on the Pittsburgh Penguins in this round of NHL rumours. All NHL rumours come from the original … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Pittsburgh Penguins Goalie Trade Chatter
St. Louis Blues RFA’s Contract Extension Is a Two-Faced Situation
On Tuesday, the St. Louis Blues signed forward Jake Neighbours to a two-year contract. The contract is worth $3.75 million a season. While the deal has benefits, it also has risks. In short, the contract extension is a classic example of a two-faced situation. I Have Always Wanted a “Neighbour” Just Like You Last season, Neighbours had his breakout season, scoring 27 goals. … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues RFA’s Contract Extension Is a Two-Faced Situation
Six Vancouver Canucks That Stand Out After Six Games
On last Thursday evening, the Vancouver Canucks finally won a game. It was a 3-2 overtime victory over the Florida Panthers, the defending Stanley Cup champions. Sure, the Panthers were missing the likes of Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk, but a win is a win. Since then, it has been three wins in a row for the Canucks. So far, it hasn’t been all perfect and there are many … [Read more...] about Six Vancouver Canucks That Stand Out After Six Games
Veteran Defender Signed to a Contract But Destination Maybe a Surprise
He was one of the top remaining free agents from the summer of 2024, especially so among defencemen. The right-shot D-man Justin Schultz has signed a contract today. This is a great pickup for the club as Schultz is a reliable, veteran defender who can provide offensive spark. However, given Schultz’s willingness to look for a unique opportunity, the team may come as a surprise … [Read more...] about Veteran Defender Signed to a Contract But Destination Maybe a Surprise
All-Star Forward Placed On Injured Reserve
The St. Louis Blues have placed 2024 All-Star Robert Thomas on injured reserve. Thomas will be re-evaluated in six weeks. Robert Thomas Placed On Injury Reserve BREAKING: #stlblues announce Robert Thomas has a fractured ankle and will be re-evaluated in six weeks. #stlblues — Jeremy Rutherford (@jprutherford) October 23, 2024 The former All-Star sustained the injury in the … [Read more...] about All-Star Forward Placed On Injured Reserve
NHL Predictions: Oct. 23 Philadelphia Flyers at Washington Capitals
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey looks at the games and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in on the final outcome. In this edition, the Philadelphia Flyers head to D.C. to play the Capitals for the second half of a home-and-home series. NHL Predictions Philadelphia Flyers (1-4-1) … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 23 Philadelphia Flyers at Washington Capitals
The Ottawa Senators Have a Tough Schedule Ahead
The Ottawa Senators are entering a tough stretch in their schedule beginning with a mini-road trip, and lucky them, it’s still October. First, they head west for a three-game swing. Afterward, they cycle one home, and one away game for six games total. That last game in that stretch is in Boston against the Bruins and then three nights later they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs. … [Read more...] about The Ottawa Senators Have a Tough Schedule Ahead
The Rangers Need More Out of Top Six Centre
It’s only been four games and things have gone well. Like, extremely well. That being said, the Rangers need more out of Mika Zibanejad. The Rangers’ number one centre by all intents and purposes, Zibanejad left a sour taste in the mouths of the fanbase after a lackluster 2023-24 NHL regular season and postseason. Zibanejad finished with 2 goals and 9 points in his final 10 … [Read more...] about The Rangers Need More Out of Top Six Centre