"The expectation is always the same here. You play for [an] Original Six [team] — they are very high, and they will always be here." The post With no Bruins captain in place, Charlie McAvoy & David Pastrnak are ready to build new culture appeared first on Boston.com. … [Read more...] about With no Bruins captain in place, Charlie McAvoy & David Pastrnak are ready to build new culture
NHL Teams and Their NFL Counterparts
The NHL and NFL may be totally different sports, but the storylines feel oddly familiar. Think about it: new dynasties replacing the old, iconic franchises that never seem to win… … [Read more...] about NHL Teams and Their NFL Counterparts
Eastern Notes: Nets, Celtics, Bulls, Jovic
The Nets still have roughly $16MM in cap space left, according to New York Post’s Brian Lewis, and could still explore ways to add more draft assets from a team looking to dump salary. The Nets have already absorbed the contracts of Michael Porter Jr., Terance Mann and Haywood Highsmith while picking up a 2025 first-round pick (Drake Powell was taken in that spot), the Nuggets’ … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Nets, Celtics, Bulls, Jovic
Breaking Down the Slot Receiver Role With Patriots Past and Present
With Josh McDaniels returning as offensive coordinator, DeMario Douglas and Efton Chism III are bringing the slot receiver back to New England. … [Read more...] about Breaking Down the Slot Receiver Role With Patriots Past and Present
Poll: Who Will Win The AL East?
We’re into the final weeks of the season now, but a handful of postseason races are still up for grabs. Perhaps the most competitive division at this point is the AL East, which is the only division where three teams still have at least a 10% chance of taking home the crown according to Fangraphs. Who will ultimately emerge victorious? Here’s a look at each of the three teams, … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Win The AL East?
Patriots Set 53-Man Roster
Mike Vrabel‘s first roster as Patriots head coach is taking shape. The team announced the following moves as they set their initial 53-man roster: Released: S Marcus Epps Waived: CB Miles Battle G Mehki Butler G Jack Conley CB Brandon Crossley TE C.J. Dippre RB JaMycal Hasty OT Demontrey Jacobs RB Terrell Jennings WR John Jiles DE Truman Jones C Alec Lindstrom DB Kobee … [Read more...] about Patriots Set 53-Man Roster
Bruins’ Cole Spicer Commits To Western Michigan University
The defending National Champions, the Western Michigan University Broncos, have earned a commitment from a Boston Bruins prospect. The Broncos announced that Cole Spicer, who last played for the USHL’s Dubuque Fighting Saints, will join the program for the 2025-26 NCAA season. Despite playing in the USHL last year, Spicer has prior NCAA experience, suiting up in 49 games for … [Read more...] about Bruins’ Cole Spicer Commits To Western Michigan University
Predicting Anaheim Duck Leo Carlsson’s Stat Line for the 2025-2026 Season
The 2025-2026 NHL season is rapidly approaching. Training camps are starting soon, and it is time to start making some predictions for the season ahead. Leading up to the regular season, we will be predicting players’ points and other fantasy hockey-relevant statistics here at Last Word on Sports. Today, we begin with a core piece on the Anaheim Ducks. Leo Carlsson’s Point … [Read more...] about Predicting Anaheim Duck Leo Carlsson’s Stat Line for the 2025-2026 Season
NFL Transactions: Tuesday 9/2
49ers Released WR Russell Gage. Bears Waived G Bill Murray from injured reserve with an injury settlement. Waived RB Ian Wheeler from injured reserve with an injury settlement. Broncos Released DB Quinton Newsome. Browns Waived RB Pierre Strong from injured reserve. Buccaneers Waived DB JayVian Farr from injured reserve with an injury settlement. Waived DB Roman … [Read more...] about NFL Transactions: Tuesday 9/2