Players, coaches, and management on the Vancouver Canucks know they are always under a lot of pressure. After all, Vancouver is a hockey-crazed city and even the smallest piece of news surrounding the team is a big deal. Star players deal with the most pressure. The likes of Henrik and Daniel Sedin, Roberto Luongo, Markus Naslund, and Pavel Bure dealt with it. Right now, the … [Read more...] about Can the Form Return for Vancouver Canucks Star Forward?
The Toronto Maple Leafs and the Importance of Morgan Rielly
The Toronto Maple Leafs do have some reasons to believe that this season will be different. One of the main contributors to making this ideology reality, is Morgan Rielly and his ability to put up huge stats. Furthermore, besides the obvious benefit to the team, Rielly has a great deal to benefit personally from a big season in The Six. The Leafs organization made some of the … [Read more...] about The Toronto Maple Leafs and the Importance of Morgan Rielly
NHL Predictions: Oct. 28 San Jose Sharks vs. Utah Hockey Club
Welcome back to this Monday edition of NHL Predictions. Today’s matchup sees the San Jose Sharks make their inaugural trip to Utah. Today, like everyday, Last Word on Hockey looks at the games happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. Be sure to check out more NHL predictions for all the NHL’s … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 28 San Jose Sharks vs. Utah Hockey Club
Toronto Maple Leafs Defenceman Signs New Contract
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving has made a big decision regarding the future of the team. The Leafs and defenceman Jake McCabe have agreed to a contract extension. His deal will come into play on July 1, 2025. It’s a five-year contract, and McCabe will be earning $4.51 million across those seasons. Jake McCabe 5 x $4.51 with Toronto — Elliotte Friedman … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Defenceman Signs New Contract
NHL Predictions Oilers Edition as Edmonton Visits the Columbus Blue Jackets Oct. 28
Welcome back to another edition NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey take a look at the games, breaking down the key matchups and providing relevant analysis to how they might play out. Today, the Edmonton Oilers continue their road trip against the Columbus Blue Jackets. They will try to out-do themselves after a terrific comeback victory last … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions Oilers Edition as Edmonton Visits the Columbus Blue Jackets Oct. 28