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 Edmonton Oilers vs Colorado Avalanche. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan 16 Edmonton Oilers vs Colorado Avalanhce
NHL Predictions: January 16 Calgary Flames vs. St. Louis Blues
Welcome to 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 Calgary Flames against the St. Louis Blues. Be sure to check out more NHL predictions every day there’s hockey this 2024-25 season. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 16 Calgary Flames vs. St. Louis Blues
A St. Louis Blues Reunion Would Require a Few Steps
The St. Louis Blues have found themselves in the playoff chase in the Western Conference. General manager Doug Armstrong deserves credit for finding ways to make the team competitive, from bold offer sheets to trading for a veteran defenceman. Now that we are in January, the looming NHL Trade Deadline is on many minds. A rumour has circulated that the Nashville Predators may be … [Read more...] about A St. Louis Blues Reunion Would Require a Few Steps
AFC Notes: Jets Coaching Buzz, Josh McDaniels, Bills, Patriots
Bills Bills HC Sean McDermott said fourth-round RB Ray Davis remains in concussion protocol and OL Alec Anderson will be limited during Wednesday’s walkthrough. (Joe Buscaglia) Jets Regarding the possibility of the Jets taking Michigan DL Mason Graham at No. 7 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft, Connor Hughes of SNY thinks New York should address another position outside of the … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Jets Coaching Buzz, Josh McDaniels, Bills, Patriots
Bruins Recall Vinni Lettieri
The Bruins recalled forward Vinni Lettieri from AHL Providence on Monday, according to the AHL’s transactions log. Lettieri, 29, will take Marc McLaughlin’s place on the active roster. The Bruins placed McLaughlin on waivers yesterday, so he’ll either be back in Providence or with another NHL club by this afternoon. Boston re-acquired Lettieri from the Wild last offseason, … [Read more...] about Bruins Recall Vinni Lettieri
Porzingis after Raptors loss: ‘we played with no spirit, with no personality’
Photo by Vaughn Ridley/NBAE via Getty Images After the Celtics’ 110-97 loss in Toronto, Kristaps Porzingis took questions in a black Celtics cut-off hoodie. He looked like the Grim Reaper at a basketball funeral. It dropped Boston to 7-7 in the last fourteen games that have included a crushing blow from the 76ers on Christmas Day, a strong showing out on the road … [Read more...] about Porzingis after Raptors loss: ‘we played with no spirit, with no personality’
10 takeaways from the Raptors swooping in on the Celtics
Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images The Celtics struggled to match the Raptors’ pace, with defensive breakdowns and Jakob Poeltl’s offensive dominance putting them on the back foot. Toronto’s off-ball movement and timely screens left Boston scrambling. #1 - Spacing issue The Boston Celtics’ elite spacing is... gone? At least that’s what the numbers are saying. … [Read more...] about 10 takeaways from the Raptors swooping in on the Celtics
Lions DC Aaron Glenn explains declining Patriots head coaching interview
Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images Glenn was one of five people linked to the open position. Despite team owner Robert Kraft claiming they would cast a wide net during their head coaching search, the New England Patriots actually interviewed only four people for the open position before hiring Mike Vrabel. There was a fifth target, but Detroit Lions defensive … [Read more...] about Lions DC Aaron Glenn explains declining Patriots head coaching interview
19 predictions about Patriots’ current assistant coaches under Mike Vrabel
Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Predicting what will happen to the Patriots’ current assistant coaches under their new head coach. The New England Patriots firing head coach Jerod Mayo within hours of their season finale sent shockwaves throughout the organization, and left his former staff in the spotlight. As of today, only two coaches have officially left the team — … [Read more...] about 19 predictions about Patriots’ current assistant coaches under Mike Vrabel