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Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down the slate using matchup context, recent form, and underlying data analytics to project likely outcomes. This edition of NHL Predictions focuses on a Pacific Division matchup between the Anaheim Ducks and the Calgary Flames. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions … [Read more...] about NHL Prediction: January 25th, Anaheim Ducks vs Calgary Flames

The Ottawa Senators have had massive issues with goaltending this season. That will need to stabilize it moving forward. With only 32 games remaining in their season, the Ottawa Senators chances to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs are dwindling with each passing day. Moreover, there are plenty of reasons that any team ends up in a position like that, but one could argue the … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Need Stability at Goaltending Moving Forward

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. Our featured game of this edition is the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Boston Bruins. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan 24 Montreal Canadiens vs Boston Bruins

Thank you for joining us with an edition of NHL Rumours here at Last Word On Hockey. This edition looks at the Seattle Kraken’s plan to move on from a former top draft pick. According to the chatter, a major move could be brewing in Seattle. So, let’s get right into it. NHL Rumours: Kraken Ready to Move on From Shane Wright Rumour: The Kraken need scoring. Moreover, Shane … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Seattle Kraken Looking to Move Former 4th-Overall Pick

The Ottawa Senators have some news to announce on this Thursday afternoon. Veteran forward David Perron has a sports hernia injury, and will miss a bit of time. According to Sens head coach Travis Green, they are looking at a five-to-seven week timetable, and that Perron will require surgery. Let’s check out what this less than sensational news means. Tough news for David … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Lose Forward to Injury, Recall AHLer

The Buffalo Sabres have signed a player currently playing on their top line to a seven-year contract extension. Up-and-comer Josh Doan, you know son of Shane Doan, will be in Buffalo for a while longer. Today, he agrees to an average annual value salary cap hit of $6.95 million. SEVEN MORE YEARS OF DOANER ⚔️ We have signed Josh Doan to a seven-year extension with an AAV of … [Read more...] about Buffalo Extends Top End Forward

The Pittsburgh Penguins and the Colorado Avalanche completed an interesting trade on Tuesday, signaling strategic positioning on both sides. NHL Trades Today as Penguins, Avalanche Swap Depth Pieces News about NHL trades today went ahead with the swap of depth pieces between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Colorado Avalanche. The Avalanche sent defenceman Ilya Solovyov to the … [Read more...] about Penguins and Avalanche Swap Pieces in Strategic Move

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. Our featured game of this edition is the Boston Bruins taking on the Dallas Stars. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan 20 Boston Bruins vs Dallas Stars

In the wake of massive news in Vancouver Canucks land, general manager Patrik Allvin revealed more unfortunate news. Marco Rossi, Derek Forbort, and Thatcher Demko will all be out for an extended period. Allvin was also asked about the Kiefer Sherwood trade, as well as his thoughts about the coaching staff. Allvin Provides Update on Canucks Current Injuries While Vancouver … [Read more...] about Vancouver Canucks GM Allvin Talks Sherwood Trade and Current Injuries