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 Boston Bruins vs. Edmonton Oilers. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 season continues. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec.19 Boston Bruins vs. Edmonton Oilers
Can This Toronto Maple Leafs Goaltender Make An NHL Comeback?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have an open spot in their goaltending tandem. On Tuesday, head coach Craig Berube announced that Anthony Stolarz will be out for the next 4-6 weeks. The Leafs netminder suffered a knee injury in Thursday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks. Although he looked fine for the entire first period, Joseph Woll took over the game from the start of the second … [Read more...] about Can This Toronto Maple Leafs Goaltender Make An NHL Comeback?
NHL Predictions: Dec. 18 Anaheim Ducks vs Winnipeg Jets
Two Western Conference teams clash on Wednesday night in the NHL with the Winnipeg Jets visiting the Anaheim Ducks. 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 Anaheim Ducks. Be sure … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec. 18 Anaheim Ducks vs Winnipeg Jets
NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Defender Possible Trade Target
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re a week away from Christmas Day and a number of general managers are compiling their lists. However, the gift of new roster additions will likely have to wait into the new year. A number of deals have already been made, but the hot stove is going to get warmer in 2025. Defencemen are usually in demand and there are a number of … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Defender Possible Trade Target
NHL Rumours: Contract Comparables And Updates For Toronto Maple Leafs Star
Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours. As the season goes along, contract negotiations continue for pending free agents. The same goes for Toronto Maple Leafs centre John Tavares. There have been new reports and rumours on Tavares’ current contract situation. Tavares is currently in the final year of his seven-year contract where he earned $11M per year against the salary … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Contract Comparables And Updates For Toronto Maple Leafs Star
Seattle Kraken Acquire 2019 First-Round Pick
The Seattle Kraken have acquired forward Kaapo Kakko from the New York Rangers. The trade was announced Wednesday evening. Kaapo Kakko Traded to Seattle Kraken #NYR have acquired defenseman Will Borgen, a 2025 Third-Round pick and a 2025 Sixth-Round pick in exchange for Kaapo Kakko. pic.twitter.com/4OTAZWuFBs — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 19, 2024 In exchange, the … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken Acquire 2019 First-Round Pick
Defenceman Headed Back to the Pittsburgh Penguins
Pierre-Olivier Joseph is headed back to his old stomping grounds. The defenceman has been re-acquired by the Pittsburgh Penguins in a trade with the St. Louis Blues. Penguins Re-Acquire P.O. Joseph Hearing Pierre-Olivier Joseph is going back from St. Louis to the Penguins — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) December 19, 2024 P.O. Joseph spent the first four seasons of his … [Read more...] about Defenceman Headed Back to the Pittsburgh Penguins
San Jose Sharks Goaltender Injured on Bench
The San Jose Sharks have placed goaltender Vitek Vanecek on a week-to-week basis. Vanecek as injured during the December 17th game against the Winnipeg Jets, while sitting rink side. San Jose Sharks Goaltender Injured While On The Bench Warsofsky says Vanecek will be out for at least a couple weeks with an upper-body injury — Sheng Peng (@Sheng_Peng) December 18, 2024 The San … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Goaltender Injured on Bench
Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion Retires
Defenceman Justin Schultz has announced his retirement from the NHL. Schultz retires as a time-two Stanley Cup champion. Justin Schultz Retires Two-time #StanleyCup champion Justin Schultz has officially announced his NHL retirement after playing 745 regular-season games and 81 playoff contests with 4 different teams. Wishing Justin the best of luck in his next chapter! … [Read more...] about Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion Retires