The Montreal Canadiens currently occupy the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. They have a nice six point cushion between them and their nearest competition. Montreal has four games remaining, while the Columbus Blue Jackets have four as well, who are tied with the New York Rangers with only three games remaining. Montreal’s odds to make it are over 99%. With the … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Potential 2024-25 NHL Award Nominees
NHL Predictions with Montreal Canadiens at Ottawa Senators on Friday, April 11th
Did someone say playoffs? Yes, they did, and it wasn’t Jim Mora or the Buffalo Sabres, it was the Ottawa Senators. And that’s not to mention the Montreal Canadiens, who are all but a surety to make it. Welcome back to an All-Canadian team edition of NHL Predictions here at Last Word on Hockey. We are here to chat about tonight’s Friday clash between the Habs and Sens. As a … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions with Montreal Canadiens at Ottawa Senators on Friday, April 11th
Three Players Who Could Make the Vancouver Canucks Roster in 2025-26
When the Vancouver Canucks found themselves stuck in an injury-riddled hole, their AHL affiliate, the Abbotsford Canucks, stepped in to help. Five members of Abbotsford skated in the team’s 4–3 win against the New Jersey Devils on March 24. Since then, Vancouver has dressed seven different Abbotsford players. Despite their limited NHL stints, some of these players could easily … [Read more...] about Three Players Who Could Make the Vancouver Canucks Roster in 2025-26
Top NHL Prospect Closer to Signing with Carolina Hurricanes
One of the most discussed prospects across the league is one step closer to his NHL debut. The Carolina Hurricanes Alexander Nikishin, who was an under the radar draft selection in 2020, is that prospect. As his club side SKA St. Petersburg has released him, his NHL signing is imminent. With his release from SKA St. Petersburg secured, #Canes will soon sign top prospect … [Read more...] about Top NHL Prospect Closer to Signing with Carolina Hurricanes
NHL Predictions: April 11 Minnesota Wild vs Calgary Flames
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 Minnesota Wild taking on the Calgary Flames. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 11 Minnesota Wild vs Calgary Flames
NHL Rumours: Toronto Maple Leafs Don’t Need To Worry About Offer-Sheets
Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours. The Toronto Maple Leafs have some crucial players who need new contracts after this season, and Matthew Knies is one of them. The 22-year-old is a pending RFA, and there is the possibility that he receives an offer sheet. In the previous offseason, the St. Louis Blues made two offer sheets. They claimed Dylan Holloway and Philip … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Toronto Maple Leafs Don’t Need To Worry About Offer-Sheets
NHL Rumours: Future of Vancouver Canucks Forward Murky
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re nearing the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, teams that will miss out will drive the rumour mill. General managers have some hard decisions to make even though the salary cap will going up. Some hard choices will have to be made with some important players. We’ll likely see some new faces in new places. One team … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Future of Vancouver Canucks Forward Murky
Return Looming for St. Louis Blues Defenceman
The St. Louis Blues may get a key piece of their lineup back soon. Defenceman Colton Parayko, who has been out since March 5th, could return to the lineup for next Tuesday’s game against the Utah Hockey Club. Parayko’s Return Looming Monty was just on The Fast Lane @101espn and says Parayko is doubtful for Saturday’s game in Seattle, but he’s getting close and the Utah game … [Read more...] about Return Looming for St. Louis Blues Defenceman
The Vancouver Canucks Guilty of Being Dramatic Again
Yes, we get it. “The Vancouver Canucks” and “dramatic” have gone hand-in-hand for the past fifty-plus years. The 2024-25 season has been no exception, but it’s the most recent one, and they’re going out in classic Canucks fashion. Canucks Dramatic Finish Matches Dramatic Start Let’s start at the end. Or the end-ish, depending on what the Minnesota Wild do in their remaining … [Read more...] about The Vancouver Canucks Guilty of Being Dramatic Again