Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions with us here at Last Word On Hockey. The New York Rangers had a difficult game against the Vegas Golden Knights, and the road trip won’t get any easier against one of the leagues top teams on Thursday, the Colorado Avalanche. The Avs have lost only one game in regulation, and the Rangers couldn’t be playing them at a worse time. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: November 20th New York Rangers vs Colorado Avalanche
Boston Bruins Lose Another Defenceman Due to Injury
The Boston Bruins are dealing with some news today that will prove to be a big litmus test for their hot start in the Atlantic Division standings. The news is that defenceman Charlie McAvoy is out indefinitely following an injury that required surgery. Let’s check out the details. Bruins’ Charlie McAvoy out indefinitely after undergoing surgery https://t.co/57nVvQTCxx — Daily … [Read more...] about Boston Bruins Lose Another Defenceman Due to Injury
NHL Predictions: November 19th Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Wednesday night’s matchup between the Buffalo Sabres and the Calgary Flames is the first of the year between the clubs. It also features the worst team from each conference. Sometimes these type of bottom feeder games explode into wildly entertaining games. Fingers crossed that this one … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: November 19th Buffalo Sabres vs Calgary Flames
Utah Mammoth Slumping Since Having Win Streak Snapped
The last three weeks have been a difficult time for the Utah Mammoth. Since having their seven-game win streak snapped by the Winnipeg Jets on October 26, the losses have piled up for Utah. Unfortunately, a new mascot can only help so much. What once looked like a team on the rise has quickly turned into one searching for answers, mostly to how they can bounce back. This … [Read more...] about Utah Mammoth Slumping Since Having Win Streak Snapped
Today in Hockey History: November 17
Normally we’d be in the midst of starting up another hockey season now, but we’re in a different world. Last Word on Hockey is still going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for November 17th, featuring Bobby … [Read more...] about Today in Hockey History: November 17
NHL Predictions: Nov. 11 Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins
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NHL Predictions: Nov. 15 Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens
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 Boston Bruins taking on the Montreal Canadiens. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 15 Boston Bruins vs Montreal Canadiens
Buffalo Sabres Centre to Miss Significant Time with Blood Clot
The Sabres will be down another centre for a significant period of time. Head coach Lindy Ruff said Jiri Kulich is out indefinitely. There is currently no timetable on a return. There is potential for him to return this season. However, it depends on how things go in the next three to four weeks, according to Ruff. Jiri Kulich is going to miss a “significant amount of time” … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Centre to Miss Significant Time with Blood Clot
Washington Capitals Have Injury Concern with Important Forward
Overall the Washington Capitals are off to an okay start, despite currently sitting seventh in the NHL’s Metropolitan Division standings. In saying that, defensively they remain a model for other NHL franchises, similar to 2024-25. However, they will now have to deal with a lengthy injury. We have learned, that on Friday one of their top forwards, Pierre-Luc Dubois, underwent … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Have Injury Concern with Important Forward