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It’s no secret that the Philadelphia Flyers goalie performance in 2024-25 was less than optimal. Their trio of Samuel Ersson, Ivan Fedotov, and Aleksei Kolosov combined for the league’s worst team save percentage at an abysmal .879 to finish the year. This is the lowest number the NHL has seen since the 1995-96 Sharks’ .869, almost 30 years ago. As the Flyers aim to place … [Read more...] about Potential Free Agent Goalies For The Flyers

The first domino in the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason of change has fallen. On Thursday, it was announced that the Maple Leafs will not renew team president and alternate governor Brendan Shanahan’s contract. This move should not be a shock to anyone. However, it does signal that more significant changes are coming. Here’s how Shanahan ended up in this situation and where the … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Front-Office Man Brendan Shanahan Future Decided

Last week, the Vancouver Canucks named Adam Foote their new head coach, but have not confirmed who will join him behind the bench. From those already inside the organization to those who have coached in Vancouver in the past, there is no shortage of assistant coach candidates the Canucks could call upon to help Foote out.  What Exactly the Vancouver Canucks Head Coach … [Read more...] about Assistant Coach Candidates for the 2025-26 Vancouver Canucks

Welcome to your 2025 NHL Entry Draft Headquarters right here at Last Word On Sports and Top Shelf Prospects. We have you covered with everything you will need to be ready for the big event. This year’s draft is set to take place on June 27th and 28th, live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Today, we bring you our Cullen Potter Scouting Report.  Each day, LWOH … [Read more...] about Cullen Potter Scouting Report: 2025 NHL Entry Draft #17

The 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are in the home stretch. 16 teams entered the postseason, and now only four remain. The playoffs have been filled with action, drama, heart, and grit. 70 games have been played, with potentially 21 left to go (12 at the very least). The Carolina Hurricanes and Florida Panthers are one of the NHL’s latest roaring rivalries. Ever since the teams … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers Eastern Conference Final Preview

Welcome to another edition of NHL rumours from us here at Last Word on Hockey. The New York Islanders are in the market for a new general manager to lead them into the future. This comes with the contract of the current general manager and president of hockey operations, Lou Lamoriello, about to expire in June. The decision has been made, as the Islanders reportedly expected … [Read more...] about The New York Islanders Hunt for a General Manager Continues

The Toronto Maple Leafs have once again been eliminated from the playoffs in devastating fashion. This loss however, likely signifies the end for the current Maple Leafs core. The team has plenty of intriguing UFAs and RFAs on the market this summer. This includes superstar forward Mitchell Marner who is set to become a UFA this summer. Marner will be looking for a deal upwards … [Read more...] about Rival Players the Montreal Canadiens Could Target in Free Agency

The Boston Bruins have opted to keep their general manager. News emerged on Tuesday morning that Don Sweeney has reached a contract extension for two more seasons. This deal keeps him under contract through the 2027-28 season. The #NHLBruins and General Manager Don Sweeney have agreed to a two-year contract extension: https://t.co/TUuTKhoWK7 pic.twitter.com/6E8SJTb2DL — Boston … [Read more...] about Boston Bruins Extend General Manager