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. Today, we are looking at the rivalry game between the Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Boston Bruins in this round of NHL Predictions. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: October 26 Toronto Maple Leafs Vs Boston Bruins
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Preview: Bruins need to return to basics against Maple Leafs
Photo by Steve Babineau/NHLI via Getty Images Simplify, simplify, simplify — and stay out of the box. Just the facts When: Tonight, 7 PM Where: TD Garden — Boston, Mass. How to follow: NESN, 98.5 The Sports Hub Opposing perspective: PPP Leafs Know your enemy 4-4-0, 8PTS, 4-way tie for second in Atlantic Division William Nylander: 5G, 2A, 7PTS; Mitch Marner: 1G, 6A, … [Read more...] about Preview: Bruins need to return to basics against Maple Leafs
Tommy’s Takes: Bruins Penalty Troubles Cost Them in Loss to Stars
The Boston Bruins returned home from a three-game road trip and had a date with the Dallas Stars. Fortunately, they did not have to face Jake Oettinger. However, that did… … [Read more...] about Tommy’s Takes: Bruins Penalty Troubles Cost Them in Loss to Stars
Montreal Canadiens Potential Star Defenceman Still Work in Progress
The Montreal Canadiens, in all likelihood, have a genuine star in the making on their hands. When we look at defenceman Lane Hutson, he has many of the qualities that lead to stardom. His skating is exceptional, and he’s confident, especially with the puck, plus according to Lane Hutson’s stats, he is already getting it done in these early days of his NHL journey. So, what are … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Potential Star Defenceman Still Work in Progress
Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Martin St. Louis on the Hot Seat
Martin St. Louis is entering his third full season as the head coach of the Montreal Canadiens and fourth season overall. He took over as interim head coach in 2021-22 after Dominique Ducharme was relieved of his duties. Since St. Louis’ induction as head coach, the Canadiens have finished dead last in the league, followed by two consecutive, fifth-last finishes. St. Louis … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Head Coach Martin St. Louis on the Hot Seat
Golden Knights Knotebook: Brett Howden and a Tough Road Trip
The first road trip of the 2024-25 season for the Vegas Golden Knights was…“one to forget” despite the obvious cliche. However, they are now at home. Home, sweet, home. The road trip itself was fittingly one to forget, but for a litany of different reasons. There was the second period Tuesday night in Washington where they coughed up three goals in 3:07 on the way to a 4-2 … [Read more...] about Golden Knights Knotebook: Brett Howden and a Tough Road Trip
Toronto Maple Leafs Blow Huge Opportunity
The Toronto Maple Leafs have dropped two consecutive games and are beginning to fall behind in the Atlantic Division. Toronto hosted the St. Louis Blues in Craig Berube‘s first game against his former team. However, the Maple Leafs displayed a weak performance as they lost 5-1. Two days before this game, the Leafs were dismantled by the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-2. As a result of … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Blow Huge Opportunity
NHL Predictions: Oct. 25 New York Islanders Vs New Jersey Devils
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at games happening and gives our predictions. Our staff analyze, break down head-to-head matchups, and explore other factors that will determine the outcomes of the night’s games. For this installment, we will be making predictions on the New York Islanders Vs the New Jersey … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 25 New York Islanders Vs New Jersey Devils
NHL Rumours and the Montreal Canadiens Plans for 2024-25
Today’s selection of NHL rumours comes straight off the press from the hockey hotbed, known affectionately as Les Habitants, the Montreal Canadiens. This rumour may be none-to-surprising for folks who follow the Canadiens closely. However, there is an aspect to it that just might cause a stir throughout the NHL, in particular the GM circles. EARLY TRADING – @PierreVLeBrun on … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours and the Montreal Canadiens Plans for 2024-25