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The Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations, Jim Rutherford, spoke to Gary Mason of the Globe and Mail recently. In the subsequent article, he expanded on the team’s difficulties on the ice and in the dressing room. What wasn’t included was learning from the past. Fans are taking it as well as they ever do. But is there any choice when you follow the most dramatic team … [Read more...] about Canucks President of Hockey Operations Pours Oil on Rough Waters and Lights It

Good news for the San Jose Sharks. Injured goaltender Vitek Vanecek has recovered and has resumed practicing. However, the goaltender is not scheduled to be in the lineup for the time being. He has been sent to the American Hockey League for a brief stint His return to the NHL is still unknown.  Sharks Goaltender Injured While Sidelined Vanecek has not played a game since … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Send Goaltender to AHL for Conditioning

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled then offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups. Today we are looking at the game between the Chicago Blackhawks and Tampa Bay Lightning. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 season continues. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 28 Chicago Blackhawks vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

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 New York Islanders taking on the Colorado Avalanche. Don’t forget to check out all the … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 28 New York Islanders vs Colorado Avalanche

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey reviews the scheduled games and offers insight and analysis to help predict who will win in head-to-head matchups. Today, we examine the game between the Anaheim Ducks and the Seattle Kraken. Check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 season continues. NHL Predictions Anaheim Ducks vs Seattle Kraken Time: 10:00 … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 28 Anaheim Ducks vs Seattle Kraken

Amid all of the craziness of trades, injuries, and line jumbling, one large question mark remains—the Carolina Hurricanes goaltenders and the starter’s crease. With two premiere talents in Pyotr Kochetkov and Frederik Andersen, it’s high time to discuss who should lead in net and why it is Kochetkov. The Carolina Hurricanes Goaltender Woes are Nothing New It is no secret that … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Tendies: The Carolina Hurricanes Goaltender Who Deserves the Starter’s Crease

The Anaheim Ducks entered the 2024-25 NHL season with cautious optimism. With a blend of promising young talent and veteran leadership, there was hope this season would mark a step forward in their rebuild. Instead, they find themselves in a familiar and frustrating position—near the bottom of the Pacific Division, clinging to fading playoff aspirations. As the March 7 Trade … [Read more...] about The Anaheim Ducks Disappointing Season: Time to Sell Big