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
NHL Predictions: November 8th Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Boston Bruins in an Original Six, Saturday night tilt, that always means more! Welcome back to NHL Predictions with the Last Word On Hockey crew. Each day, we breakdown the matchups, stats, storylines, and predictions. Today, we focus on a Leafs team still trying to build consistency (8-5-1) and a Bruins squad (9-7-0) that’s finding its reset … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: November 8th Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs
Scott Laughton’s Return and Fit with the Toronto Maple Leafs
Scott Laughton made his Toronto Maple Leafs debut after being traded from the Philadelphia Flyers on March 7, 2025, during the NHL Trade Deadline, bringing with him 12 seasons of NHL experience. He stepped into a Leafs lineup looking for toughness, depth, and reliability traits he had shown throughout his career in Philadelphia. Scott Laughton with Leafs Beyond the … [Read more...] about Scott Laughton’s Return and Fit with the Toronto Maple Leafs
Faceoff S1, E3 A Lesson on What It Takes to Win From Jeremy Swayman and Matthew Tkachuk
A common theme of the first three episodes is the idea of coming from humble beginnings. Today, we at Last Word On Hockey continue our review from the Prime Video television series “Faceoff,” as we take you on a deeper journey with the players that make the show, that make the NHL. Jeremy Swayman grew up in Alaska. We, as fans, can only imagine what it is like to go from such a … [Read more...] about Faceoff S1, E3 A Lesson on What It Takes to Win From Jeremy Swayman and Matthew Tkachuk
Star Buffalo Sabre Taking Leave of Absence for Personal Matter
Friday afternoon the Sabres announced that Rasmus Dahlin will be taking a leave of absence from the team. According to head coach Lindy Ruff, it is to deal with a personal matter back in Sweden. There is currently no timetable on when the Sabres will get their captain back. Rasmus Dahlin will be taking a temporary leave of absence, per Lindy Ruff. pic.twitter.com/ToQCvsYjMr — … [Read more...] about Star Buffalo Sabre Taking Leave of Absence for Personal Matter