Last Word On Hockey

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 Tampa Bay Lightning taking on the Colorado Avalanche in Tampa, FL. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 6th Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Colorado Avalanche

Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin left Monday’s game against the Utah Mammoth with a lower body injury. That was after JJ Peterka rushed towards the net and collided with the Russian goaltender. Even though the contact was brief, Shesterkin’s leg was twisted underneath him. Afterward, Shesterkin was helped off the ice, unable to put any weight on his left leg. Igor Shesterkin … [Read more...] about New York Ranger Igor Shesterkin Leaves Mammoth Game with Leg Injury

The department of player safety with the NHL has handed down some punishment today. For fans who witnessed the play unfold, the suspension does not come as a surprise to anyone. Brady Tkachuk of the Ottawa Senators was the victim of a sucker punch that earned Winnipeg Jet Logan Stanley a one-game suspension. It is a physical game and sometimes players react with toughness. … [Read more...] about The Department of Player Safety Decides on Jets and Senators Incident

The Toronto Maple Leafs franchise all-time goal record has been eclipsed. Auston Matthews passed Mats Sundin, by scoring goal number 421 tonight versus the New York Islanders. This is a terrific achievement on a franchise with such rich history. Let’s discuss how Matthews and the Leafs got to this historic moment. Auston Matthews Goal 421 to Pass Sundin for Most All-Time as … [Read more...] about Auston Matthews is the Toronto Maple Leafs Franchise All-Time Leading Goal Scorer

Welcome back to 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 Boston Bruins taking on the Vancouver Canucks. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 3rd, Boston Bruins at Vancouver Canucks

Following a stretch where Linus Karlsson was the club’s top point-getter in December, the Vancouver Canucks have extended him. The contract is a two-year deal worth $2.25 million per season. Linus Karlsson Signs Two-Year Extension With Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced today that the #Canucks have agreed to terms with forward Linus Karlsson on a … [Read more...] about Vancouver Canucks Re-Sign Swedish Forward to Two-Year Extension

Talk about a tough start to the new year. As has happened many times this season, the Vancouver Canucks will be short a couple of players due to injury. Conor Garland and Marco Rossi will be out for at least a week, head coach Adam Foote said in a press conference on Thursday. Garland’s injury was the result of a slew foot in the previous game, and Rossi’s injury is a … [Read more...] about Injury Bug Strikes Again for a Couple Vancouver Canucks Out for at Least a Week

The Buffalo Sabres got a crushing injury update on goaltender Alex Lyon on Wednesday. Head coach Lindy Ruff announced the fate befalling the 33-year-old. As Ruff noted during Wednesday’s press availability, the Sabres will be placing Lyon on injured reserve. According to Ruff, the Sabres will be without Lyon for “a bit of time.” While the cryptic comments don’t really signal a … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Get Crushing Injury Update on Netminder

Thank you for tuning into another edition of NHL Rumours here at Last Word On Hockey. In this edition, the focus will be on Team Canada’s roster for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. In particular, this discussion will take a look at one much-talked-about storyline. NHL Rumours: Sharks Celebrini Makes Team Canada Rumour: ESPN’s Emily Kaplan reported on Tuesday night that … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: San Jose Sharks Rising Star to Play at Olympics