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nnWelcome to Last Word On Hockey’s editions of the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship predictions. Throughout the tournament our team will break down key matchups, storylines and stats, then make a prediction on how the game will play out. You can also check out our NHL editions. For this edition, we’ll take a look at the second game of the tournament, Denmark taking on Team … [Read more...] about World Junior Championship Predictions: Dec 26 Denmark vs Finland

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get set to face the Pittsburgh Penguins, this matchup feels like a must-win given where Toronto sits in the Eastern Conference standings. The Leafs are running out of runway and can’t afford to let winnable points slip away. Meanwhile, the Penguins remain a veteran team that knows how to take advantage of mistakes. The Maple Leafs’ urgency should tilt … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 23rd Pittsburgh Penguins at Toronto Maple Leafs

As we head into the holidays, the Montreal Canadiens find themselves in solid standing. They are currently in the top three in the Atlantic Division and the top-ten overall in the NHL. Despite their good standing, Montreal has had a rollercoaster of a season and still faces many team issues. Let’s take a look at some of the challenges facing the Canadiens and what they’ll be … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens 2025 Christmas Wishlist

As we head into the Christmas break, why not drop another edition of NHL Rumours, for the Ottawa Senators. Even though this is a traditional rumours edition, we will use it to discuss the bigger picture in the Canadian national capital. The Christmas break is a natural reset within the grueling NHL schedule. So these rumours will include some reference to the Sens expectations, … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours the Ottawa Senators and Where They Stand to Start ’26

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Boston Bruins. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 23 Montreal Canadiens vs Boston Bruins

The Seattle Kraken have some negative news to report today, just as we hit the holiday season. But, on the flip side, maybe the time to sit back and relax with family and friends came at the right time. Defenceman Brandon Montour has a hand injury, and it required surgery. The timeline for his return is four weeks. So, throw on the Home Alone, Montour. Seattle Kraken Defenceman … [Read more...] about The Seattle Kraken Will Be Without Top D-Man for One Month

One of the all-time greats, Sidney Crosby, has passed Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux for the franchise lead in points by a Pittsburgh Penguin. Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby assisted on a goal against the Montreal Canadiens to pass Lemieux’s record of 1,723 points. Crosby now leads the Penguins’ all-time list in scoring with 1,724. He has overcame conussions and injury … [Read more...] about Future Hall Of Famer Breaks Pittsburgh Penguins All-Time Points Record

Both teams come into this contest having played yesterday. The only advantage Boston would have in this respect, is that they did play in Boston. Meanwhile, Ottawa was shivering alongside the famous Rideau Canal. Welcome back to NHL Predictions, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Check out our statistical breakdown, analysis, storylines, and predictions for not just this one, … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions Senators Sunday Edition with Ottawa at Boston Bruins

The Team Canada management brass had a meeting Thursday evening to discuss the, always controversial, final Team Canada roster spots. Welcome to today’s Olympics and NHL Rumours, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. As we prepare for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics Team Canada men’s hockey roster announcement planned for December 31st, there’s still a few spots … [Read more...] about Olympics and NHL Rumours and the Last Shot at Team Canada Selection