It’s the early stages of the regular season for the Toronto Maple Leafs and everyone is getting a good look at the new additions. One of the big additions from this past offseason was Oliver Ekman-Larsson. He has been very noticeable in the opening week of the regular season. Noticeable enough to earn some heavy minutes on this Leafs team. While it’s only been a handful of … [Read more...] about Veteran Could Lead Toronto Maple Leafs Defencemen In Scoring
Archives for October 2024
NHL Predictions: Oct. 16 w/ Los Angeles Kings vs Toronto Maple Leafs
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 Los Angeles Kings vs Toronto Maple … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 16 w/ Los Angeles Kings vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Kirby Dach and the Rest of the Second Line Recruits Struggling to Make an Impact
Through four games played, the Montreal Canadiens hold a 2-2 record with wins over the rival Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators. The top line, namely Cole Caufield, who has four goals has carried the bulk of the load offensively. But for the most part, the team has had a balanced attack. Some of the depth players on the Canadiens such as Josh Anderson, Emil Heineman, … [Read more...] about Kirby Dach and the Rest of the Second Line Recruits Struggling to Make an Impact
The Wild, Wild West in Alberta Had Been Quiet, Until an Edmonton Oiler Victory
The good, the bad, the 2024-25 Edmonton Oilers (so far). The Pittsburgh Penguins of 2015-16 are the only team in Stanley Cup history to begin the season 0-3 and win the cup. Regardless, the Edmonton Oilers did manage to improve their record to 1-3 with an overtime victory vs the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday evening. However, even with the 4-3 victory, their goal differential … [Read more...] about The Wild, Wild West in Alberta Had Been Quiet, Until an Edmonton Oiler Victory
NHL Rumours: Buffalo Sabres Front Office Pressure
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re just over a week into the 2024-25 NHL regular season. However, some teams are already feeling the pressure. Stanley Cups aren’t won in the first month of the season, but teams can get in trouble early on. A bad start could mean some changes might be on the horizon for some teams. One team that’s gotten off to a bad start is … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Buffalo Sabres Front Office Pressure