The hockey world lost a special person on Wednesday. Shawn Simpson, a former goaltender in the American Hockey League and NHL executive, died at the age of 56. Shawn Simpson Remembered The Ottawa Senators were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Shawn Simpson, lionhearted member of the Sens media landscape and proud member of the Ottawa community. Our hearts go out to … [Read more...] about Former Ottawa Broadcaster Dead at 56-Years Old
NHL Predictions January 30th Winnipeg Jets vs Boston Bruins
Thursday night in the NHL features the Winnipeg Jets visiting the Boston Bruins at TD Garden in a tantalizing matchup. Welcome to NHL Predictions here at Last Word on Hockey, where we preview and predict the upcoming slate of NHL games around the league each day! In this article, we will preview and predict the matchup between the Jets and Bruins. Be sure to check out all of … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions January 30th Winnipeg Jets vs Boston Bruins
NHL Predictions: January 29 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Utah Hockey Club
The Pittsburgh Penguins continue their road trip as they visit the Utah Hockey Club at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here at Last Word on Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for all the NHL’s games. In tonight’s matchup, the Penguins aim to rebound from a bad stretch, while Utah looks to push in the … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 29 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Utah Hockey Club
Ottawa Senators Goaltending Prospects for the NHL Future Outlook
The Senators goaltending is a source of strength, not chaos. Just breakdown the depth chart as a starting point. From there, we shall see that given the Sens overall composition of their organizational depth chart at the goaltending position, it puts them in a position of power. One game where a goalie gets pulled is not the precedent, and the fans need to get on board. In … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Goaltending Prospects for the NHL Future Outlook
Montreal Canadiens Prospects Showing Their skills
The Montreal Canadiens have been enjoying some success in the NHL lately. Some of the team’s top prospects have also seen success in various leagues globally. With one of the best prospect pools in the league, the next wave of Canadiens will indeed have an NHL impact sooner rather than later. Let’s check in on some of the Montreal Canadiens top prospects. Montreal Canadiens … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Prospects Showing Their skills
Montreal Canadiens Defenceman Out Injured
The Montreal Canadiens have received some bad news on Wednesday afternoon. News came down that defenceman Kaiden Guhle is out injured with a lower-body injury. According to the Canadiens, Guhle suffered a lacerated quadricep muscle that needed surgery. The team also announced that Guhle will be out indefinitely. Le défenseur Kaiden Guhle a subi une lacération au muscle du … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Defenceman Out Injured
New Jersey Devils Star Could Be Out Week-to-Week
The New Jersey Devils have received some tough news on Wednesday. Devils Head Coach Sheldon Keefe said forward Nico Hischier is injured and is “week-to-week.” Keefe added that the team will “see how he feels next week.” #NEWS: Head coach Sheldon Keefe said Nico Hischier will miss tonight's game, is "week-to-week", and the team will see how he feels next week. — New Jersey … [Read more...] about New Jersey Devils Star Could Be Out Week-to-Week
St. Louis Blues Continue Roster Shakeup
The St. Louis Blues have shaken up their roster in different ways this season. Their latest shakeup sees veteran forward Brandon Saad will be placed on unconditional waivers on Thursday for the purpose of terminating his contract. Brandon Saad’s Contract to be Terminated Brandon Saad will be placed on unconditional waivers on Thursday for the purpose of contract … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues Continue Roster Shakeup
Calgary Flames Lack of Defence Depth Exposed by Injury
Saturday night in Minnesota, the Calgary Flames top-four defenceman, Kevin Bahl, left the game due to injury and did not return. During the second period, Bahl took a big hit behind his net from Wild forward Jakub Lauko. Bahl attempted to play the puck as Lauko hit him in the numbers, driving his upper body directly into the boards. Bahl stayed down on the ice and appeared to … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Lack of Defence Depth Exposed by Injury