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As the regular season winds down and the excitement for the playoffs heats up, the Carolina Hurricanes have one big question mark over their roster. It is an issue which is often overlooked among the masses of players cruising in and out of lineups towards the end of the season, and more so one which the history books hardly expound upon. But when the puck drops as the big … [Read more...] about The Carolina Hurricanes Face a Unique Problem with Their Playoff Roster

Pittsburgh Penguins defenceman Kris Letang has undergone surgery according to President of Hockey Operations Kyle Dubas. Letang Undergoes Surgery Penguins defenseman Kris Letang underwent successful surgery to close a patent foramen ovale (PFO, a small hole in the heart). The expected recovery time is four to six weeks.https://t.co/OBIHf6RlSs — Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh Penguins Defenceman Undergoes Surgery

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 Carolina Hurricanes taking on the Montreal Canadiens. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 16 Carolina Hurricanes vs Montreal Canadiens

On Wednesday, the Winnipeg Jets locked up one of their key forwards. Today they announced Alex Iafallo signs a three-year contract extension. FALLO HIM FOR 3⃣ MORE YEARS pic.twitter.com/uW4xgFaNfb — Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) April 16, 2025 Iafallo Signs New Deal Iafallo was in the final year of his current contract and was set to enter free agency this summer. However, the … [Read more...] about Winnipeg Jets Forward Signs Three-Year Extension

For the first time since 2022, the St. Louis Blues have qualified for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Blues clinched their spot with a convincing 6-1 on Tuesday night in their season finale. The Blues will have a few days to rest and prepare for their round one series against the President’s Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets. Before the Blues try to ground the Jets, we will look at … [Read more...] about The St. Louis Blues Path to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs have pushed through boundaries during this regular season and reached new heights. The team is coming off a perfect 4-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday. This win confirmed the team’s first Atlantic Division title. Also, it’s Toronto’s third divisional title since 1967, the last time they held the Stanley Cup. The Leafs are in … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Superstar To Rewrite The Fans’ Perception Of Him In The Playoffs After Milestone

The Buffalo Sabres have plenty to address this offseason as they look to find a way to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They have young and experienced leadership. However, nothing is more pressing than the future of their downtown home. KeyBank Center has housed the team since 1996. However, with a 30-year lease set to expire in 2026, concerns over ownership and funding are … [Read more...] about Calming News as Sabres Arena Ownership Up in the Air

After the Minnesota Wild defeated the San Jose Sharks, the Utah Hockey Club was officially eliminated from playoff contention. It was a tough season for Utah as the injuries were troublesome and the team’s inconsistent play cost them crucial points. Although Utah came close to making the postseason in their inaugural year, they could not catch the Wild and the St. Louis Blues. … [Read more...] about Utah Hockey Club Goaltender Was Team’s Most-Improved Player This Season

It’s been a season Washington Capitals fans will talk about for years. It’s had everything, from coming out of nowhere to post a 51-21-9 record, good for 111 points and a Metropolitan Division championship. Then, it was onto watching franchise icon Alex Ovechkin break Wayne Gretzky‘s goal record, something many thought impossible. Things keep improving as the Washington … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Lock Up Forward for Two More Years