The Montreal Canadiens and general manager Kent Hughes are making a little splash in the 2025 NHL free agency pool today. The news is that they are adding a depth, scorer-type forward to the roster. It is being announced that left-shot centre Joe Veleno signs a contract with the Habs. It is a one-year contract, worth a value of $900K. This is exactly the type of move we … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Round Out Roster with Depth Free Agent Forward
Summer Series: Dallas Stars Defining Moment
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s Summer Series looks at these defining moments. Today, we feature the biggest defining moment of the Dallas Stars. The Stars joined the NHL as … [Read more...] about Summer Series: Dallas Stars Defining Moment
A Reliable, Depth Centre Re-Signs New Deal in Manitoba
Today we have news that a depth centre has signed a new contract. 26-year-old Morgan Barron signs a deal to stay with the Winnipeg Jets. This is a solid move that proves the organization’s commitment to accountability, and a sign the player has been doing a solid job. It is a two-year contract extension, worth an average annual value of $1.85 million. Barron is set to hit free … [Read more...] about A Reliable, Depth Centre Re-Signs New Deal in Manitoba
NHL Rumours: Latest on Extension Talks with Minnesota Wild Star
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re in the middle of the off-season, but there’s still plenty to discuss. The league is pretty much in a holding pattern until arbitration talks for restricted free agents start. One would think there’s not a lot going on. However, there’s plenty going on behind the scenes. Some big-time players can sign contract extensions after … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Latest on Extension Talks with Minnesota Wild Star
Top Chicago Blackhawks Defining Moments in Franchise History
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s Summer series looks at these defining moments. Today we feature the biggest defining moment of the Chicago Blackhawks. Top Chicago Blackhawks … [Read more...] about Top Chicago Blackhawks Defining Moments in Franchise History
Montreal Canadiens Potential Trade Options at Centre
Heading into the summer, the Montreal Canadiens had a clear hole at centre ice. Behind captain Nick Suzuki, they are weak down the middle, especially after the loss of Christian Dvorak in free agency. Jake Evans is a reliable fourth-line pivot, but after him, there are a lot of question marks at centre. Kirby Dach is currently projected to lead the team’s second line. However, … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Potential Trade Options at Centre
Summer Series: Calgary Flames Defining Moment
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s 2025 Summer Series looks at these defining moments. Today, we featured the biggest defining moment of the Calgary Flames. This past season … [Read more...] about Summer Series: Calgary Flames Defining Moment
Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion Has Retired from NHL
One of the best undrafted free agent signings of recent memory has announced his retirement from the NHL. Tyler Johnson played 13 seasons in the highest level of professional hockey and now he retires. One significant point on Johnson is that he was a winner. Tyler Johnson retires from NHL after 13 seasonshttps://t.co/hP8PpDLlGw — NHL.com (@NHLdotcom) July 7, 2025 Tyler … [Read more...] about Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion Has Retired from NHL
A Look at the Pittsburgh Penguins Defensive Pickups in 2025 Free Agency
The defence group of the 2024-25 Pittsburgh Penguins was dreadful, leading to a bottom-ten finish overall in the league. Unfortunately, the 2025-26 group, so far, doesn’t look much better. In a draft year with highly-touted prospect Gavin McKenna sitting at the top, the Penguins have established the intention to get worse. This isn’t just evident in the moves they’ve made so … [Read more...] about A Look at the Pittsburgh Penguins Defensive Pickups in 2025 Free Agency