Welcome to another edition of Olympics and NHL Rumours with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Today we continue our look at the ultra-competitive Team Canada roster. Now, officially less than a month away from the selection of the roster, rumours of who will make it will ramp up. So, let’s check out who we have to discuss today for Team Canada at 2026 Milano Cortina Winter … [Read more...] about Olympics and NHL Rumours and the Final Team Canada Roster Spots
New York Ranger and Team USA Hopeful Injured
The New York Rangers have a bit of negative news to announce this Sunday afternoon. Defenceman Adam Fox has been placed on injured reserve. Courtesy of Emily Kaplan, the word is he is week-to-week, from the effects of an upper-body injury. Even though he will miss sometime in the Rangers lineup, it isn’t expected to be long term. Therefore, the good news here, is that this … [Read more...] about New York Ranger and Team USA Hopeful Injured
Ottawa Senators Minute-Muncher Defenceman Placed on IR
Making news on this Saturday for the Ottawa Senators, a key defenceman has been placed on injured reserve by the club. Thomas Chabot has been placed on IR by the Ottawa Senators. For Sen fans, this doesn’t come as a huge surprise. Let’s figure out the significance of this news. Thomas Chabot has been placed on IR according the NHL's official roster. #gosensgo … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Minute-Muncher Defenceman Placed on IR
NHL Predictions: Nov 29 Detroit Red Wings vs Boston Bruins
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 Detroit Red Wings hosting the Boston Bruins. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov 29 Detroit Red Wings vs Boston Bruins
Toronto Maple Leafs Star Out of the Lineup Against the Washington Capitals
William Nylander will not dress, as he is injured. For the game tonight against the Capitals, due to illness. Nylander is out. Max Domi will also be out of the lineup tonight as a healthy scratch. Nylander is listed day-to-day, and the Maple Leafs are hoping that he will be back against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Nylander has been one of the rare bright spots for the Maple Leafs … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Star Out of the Lineup Against the Washington Capitals
Early-Season Struggles Push Toronto Maple Leafs to Last Place
For the first time in the Auston Matthews era, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves sitting dead last in the Eastern Conference after Buffalo’s 4–1 win over Carolina bumped them down yet again. It’s fair to say the Leafs have hit rock bottom. Through 22 games, they sit at 9-10-3 with just 21 points per start, a start nobody in Toronto saw coming. The one saving grace? … [Read more...] about Early-Season Struggles Push Toronto Maple Leafs to Last Place
Alexandre Texier’s Potential Impact with the Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens acquired yet another Francophone on Sunday. However, this player hails from France, not Quebec. Montreal signed forward Alexandre Texier to a one-year deal after St. Louis terminated his contract. Alexandre Texier is a former second-round pick by the Columbus Blue Jackets. Despite this, he’s never carved out a consistent role at the NHL level. Still, with … [Read more...] about Alexandre Texier’s Potential Impact with the Montreal Canadiens
NHL Predictions: November 26 Vancouver Canucks vs Anaheim Ducks
Welcome back to another edition of 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. This edition features the Anaheim Ducks taking on the Vancouver Canucks. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: November 26 Vancouver Canucks vs Anaheim Ducks
Anaheim Ducks Quarter Season Analysis Shows a Team Ahead of Schedule
The Anaheim Ducks spent the first month of the season equally torching both scoreboards and expectations. They sit atop the Pacific Division after roughly the first quarter of the season, which is something no one had penciled into a pre-season projection. Their early surge has forced the NHL to have a different conversation about them. It is not whether the Ducks are improved. … [Read more...] about Anaheim Ducks Quarter Season Analysis Shows a Team Ahead of Schedule
