As captain Anže Kopitar enters his 19th season with the Kings, it is time for the team to look beyond him for offence. Kopitar Continues to Shine Offensively There is no denying that Kopitar has been one of, if not the most, impactful players in Kings history. In 18 seasons, he has led the team in scoring 15 times. Last season, he missed the lead for the first time since the … [Read more...] about Kings Need to Look Beyond Kopitar for Offence
Two-Year Old Trade Officially a St. Louis Win
In early July of 2022, the St. Louis Blues traded goaltender Ville Husso to the Detroit Red Wings. In the two years since the trade, it was unclear who was the winner of the trade, if either team. However, the news of Husso being placed on waivers and sent down the minor leagues clinches a victory for the Blues. Furthermore, the trade has been a win in other ways for the Blues … [Read more...] about Two-Year Old Trade Officially a St. Louis Win
San Jose Sharks Have Questions to Answer With Injury to Young Star
Through the preseason and season opener, Macklin Celebrini proved why he deserved to be the first overall pick. With the young star being put on injury reserve after the initial game, San Jose has some questions without Celebrini in the lineup. The Anaheim Ducks shut out the Sharks 2-0 and left the team with concerns heading into their next games that won’t include the young … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Have Questions to Answer With Injury to Young Star
Toronto Maple Leafs Stars Have Something Other Stars Don’t Have
The Toronto Maple Leafs completed their first week on the schedule. They’ve come out with two wins, one loss, and plenty of time on the penalty kill. Across the first three games of the regular season, the Maple Leafs have thrown their penaltykillers over the boards on at least four different occasions. Penalty Kill Have Been Kept Busy Their opening two games of the season were … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Stars Have Something Other Stars Don’t Have
NHL Predictions: Oct. 14 w/ Detroit Red Wings vs New York Rangers
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Detroit Red Wings vs New York Rangers. Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 14 w/ Detroit Red Wings vs New York Rangers