With Auston Matthews dealing with a nagging injury, chances are there’ll be a new leading scorer for the Toronto Maple Leafs to end the season. Not only could there be a new leading scorer on the team, but potentially a new 50-goal scorer too. In the last three seasons, the Maple Leafs had two instances where a player scored at least 50 times. Both those instances were by … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Might Have A New 50-Goal Scorer This Season
The St. Louis Blues 12 Days of Christmas
We are just one sleep from Christmas! And for everyone, including those that don’t celebrate Christmas, may the holiday season bring you a time of rest and relaxation with family and friends and full of joy, love, and happiness. Furthermore, for today’s article, we hope the Christmas music helps get you in the spirit of the season. There are so many great holiday songs out … [Read more...] about The St. Louis Blues 12 Days of Christmas
St. Louis Blues Have to Consider the Uncomfortable Goalie Question
The St. Louis Blues have had some great goaltenders in their history. Glenn Hall, Curtis Joseph, and Brian Elliott are just some of the names who excelled between the pipes while wearing the Blue Note. Currently, Jordan Binnington and Joel Hofer have formed one of the best goalie tandems in the NHL. In recent weeks, however, an uncomfortable question has surfaced, and it is one … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues Have to Consider the Uncomfortable Goalie Question
Why Extending Forward Early Was the Right Move for the Canadiens
This past summer, the Canadiens signed forward Juraj Slafkovsky to an 8-year contract extension. The deal is worth 60.8 million and carries an AAV of 7.6 million. The deal will kick in next season and will keep the former first-overall pick in Montreal until 2033. With this new salary comes high expectations. Slafkovsky potted 20 goals and 50 points last season during his … [Read more...] about Why Extending Forward Early Was the Right Move for the Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens Concerns in the Crease
On Monday night, Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault is set to start in his tenth straight game. This is a situation rarely seen in the NHL especially where as Montembeualt played both halves of a back-to-back against Detroit this past weekend. The Canadiens backup goaltender Cayden Primeau appears to have lost favor in Montreal after a terrible start to his season. The … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Concerns in the Crease
NHL Predictions: Dec 23 New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils. Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 23 New York Rangers vs New Jersey Devils
NHL Predictions: Dec.23 Winnipeg Jets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
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 Winnipeg Jets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 season continues. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec.23 Winnipeg Jets vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
NHL Rumours: Veteran Defenceman Seeks New Deal
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re nearing the Christmas holiday and some players are hoping for the gift of a new team to call home. Injuries and other factors may have gotten in the way. However, these players are looking to latch on with an NHL team for a new opportunity. This edition of NHL rumours focusing in on a veteran blueliner looking for a new … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Veteran Defenceman Seeks New Deal
NHL Predictions: December 23rd St. Louis Blues Vs. Detroit Red Wings
Welcome to NHL Predictions! The week of Christmas has arrived. The NHL will be taking a three-day break to allow players, coaches, and personnel to celebrate with their families. Before we get to the Christmas festivities, however, we have one more set of predictions to bring you. Our prediction today takes us to Hockeytown, where the Detroit Red Wings are playing the St. Louis … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 23rd St. Louis Blues Vs. Detroit Red Wings