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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

The Calgary Flames have made a trade. Veteran defenceman Rasmus Andersson has been sent to the Vegas Golden Knights. At this point there is no contract extension in place, but that could change. The Calgary Flames are also retaining 50% of the remaining contract. The return in the deal is Zach Whitecloud, a 2027 first-round pick, and a conditional second in the same year along … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Trade of Defenceman to Western Conference Powerhouse

It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re nearing the start of the Winter Olympics in February and that means teams might be thinking about making deals. The salary cap has been rising, but that still doesn’t make things easy for general managers. It can still be a challenge to get players to fit under the salary cap. The upcoming deadline may force some of the hands of some … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Future of Dallas Stars RFA Forward

The Chicago Blackhawks aim to even the season series against the Boston Bruins. Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis. We break down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how they might play out. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 17th, Chicago Blackhawks vs Boston Bruins

It’s time for another round of NHL Rumours with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Goaltending and the Philadelphia Flyers are topics that go hand-in-hand. As the struggles for one goalie continue, the team may be considering alternative options. As a note, remember that all NHL rumours come from the original source and are subject to change. NHL Rumours: Flyers Considering … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Considering Options to Replace Goaltender