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Welcome to another edition of NHL rumours. The offseason has begun for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and not just for players. Teams have requested to speak with two staff members of the Maple Leafs. President of hockey operations Brendan Shanahan and associate coach Lane Lambert could be moving on from their respective roles with Toronto. Shanahan And Lambert With One Foot Out The … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Toronto Maple Leafs Give Permission For Teams To Speak With Two Members Of Staff

There’s plenty of rumours swirling in the mill of armchair general manager carpenters that keep the chopping block hot. So where to start for general manager Steve Staios? For the Ottawa Senators change seems likely. So, as for defencemen, and more specific than that, right-shot rearguards, and one more for good measure, physicality. A major bonus would be for mobility. Let’s … [Read more...] about Rumours Regarding the Ottawa Senators Right-Side Defence

Over the past two decades, the NHL has undergone a series of significant rule changes aimed at increasing game speed, enhancing player safety, and improving the overall entertainment value for fans. These changes have not only altered the way the game is played but have also shaped the league’s competitive landscape. Back in 2019, we came up with a list of rule changes we at … [Read more...] about Guide to NHL Rule Changes in the Last 20 Years

Connor McDavid’s rise to hockey superstardom is the story of an extraordinary talent shaped by relentless passion, family support, and a drive for excellence that began almost as soon as he could walk. Before he became the face of the NHL, McDavid’s journey through youth hockey was marked by remarkable skill, early challenges, and an unwavering commitment to his craft. How … [Read more...] about Connor McDavid: The Making of the NHL’s Hockey Prodigy

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 Florida Panthers taking on the Carolina Hurricanes in this series-opening Game 2 of … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 2 Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes

The Chicago Blackhawks have found their next guy behind the bench. On Thursday, it was announced that the Blackhawks are hiring Jeff Blashill as their next head coach. Blashill will be the 42nd coach in Blackhawks history and has a real challenge in front of him. But what experience does Blashill have as a coach, and what should fans expect of him? Jeff Blashill is the 42nd … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Hire Jeff Blashill as Head Coach

It’s no secret that the Philadelphia Flyers goalie performance in 2024-25 was less than optimal. Their trio of Samuel Ersson, Ivan Fedotov, and Aleksei Kolosov combined for the league’s worst team save percentage at an abysmal .879 to finish the year. This is the lowest number the NHL has seen since the 1995-96 Sharks’ .869, almost 30 years ago. As the Flyers aim to place … [Read more...] about Potential Free Agent Goalies For The Flyers

The first domino in the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason of change has fallen. On Thursday, it was announced that the Maple Leafs will not renew team president and alternate governor Brendan Shanahan’s contract. This move should not be a shock to anyone. However, it does signal that more significant changes are coming. Here’s how Shanahan ended up in this situation and where the … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Front-Office Man Brendan Shanahan Future Decided