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Welcome to a winter edition of NHL Rumours! Yes, we are in the first days of winter. The days will slowly but surely get longer. Of course, we are only a few days away from celebrating Christmas. Kids, do not stop behaving now. It is not too late for Santa to change his list. Speaking of lists, today’s rumour pertains to the list of teams who might be interested in Boston … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: St. Louis Blues May Be Interested in Eastern Conference Forward

An exciting Central division matchup is on tap Saturday in the NHL with the Winnipeg Jets hosting the Minnesota Wild. Welcome to NHL Predictions here at Last Word on Hockey, where each day we preview and predict the upcoming slate of NHL games around the league! In this article, we will be previewing and predicting the matchup between the Winnipeg Jets and Minnesota Wild. Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec. 21 Winnipeg Jets vs Minnesota Wild

Welcome back to NHL Predictions here at Last Word on Sports! Each day of the NHL season, we preview and analyze games to give our predictions. Today, we’ll be taking a closer look at a game between the Los Angeles Kings and Nashville Predators. Be sure to check back each day to follow along with our predictions throughout the season. NHL Predictions Los Angeles Kings at … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 21 Los Angeles Kings vs Nashville Predators

Over the past month, the Los Angeles Kings have established themselves as one of the hottest teams in the National Hockey League right now. The team continues to win games and pick up points. The months of November and December saw them go on a six game win streak, and their defense reached new highs. With everything clicking now for Los Angeles, here questions around the Los … [Read more...] about 3 Questions Facing the Los Angeles Kings

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 Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 21 Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens

Here’s to the Fantastic Four! To say that John Tavares is performing well this year would not be giving him enough credit. The now 34-year-old Toronto Maple Leaf was picked first overall by the New York Islanders in 2009. Set to be a UFA after this season, he is in the last year of his Maple Leafs contract paying him $11M a year. On pace for approximately 39 goals and 76 points … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Should Eventually Ink Contract With Veteran Forward

Dallas Stars rookie forward Mavrik Bourque set high expectations for himself as he played his way to league MVP honors with the Texas Stars of the American Hockey League (AHL) last season. His performance earned him a call-up to the NHL club during the Stanley Cup playoffs. He then solidified a permanent spot in Dallas’ lineup during the offseason. Because of the quick and … [Read more...] about Young Dallas Stars Forward Adjusts to Pro Game

The Anaheim Ducks are falling short of expectations this season. Analyzing Pat Verbeek‘s lackluster offseason moves and the team’s struggles. Falling Short of Own Expectations In the lead-up to the 2024-2025 NHL season, Anaheim Ducks General Manager Pat Verbeek outlined clear objectives: to acquire a top-six right-shot forward and a top-four right-shot defenceman, bolstering … [Read more...] about Anaheim Ducks Falling Short of Own Expectations

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be without their captain for at least another game, per TSN’s Chris Johnston. Auston Matthews has been dealing with a nagging injury that has been keeping him out of the lineup throughout this season. The 27-year-old will miss Saturday’s game against the New York Islanders. Furthermore, the three-time Rocket Richard Trophy winner is “questionable” … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Superstar Out With Injury Again