Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. We’re less than a week away from the Olympic break, and teams are in a heated battle for playoff contention. The Atlantic Division in particular could not be any closer than it is right now, as just five points separate first from fifth. With that, teams are really looking at their rosters to … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Showing Interest Blues Forwards
Buffalo Sabres Goalie Out At Least One Week
The Buffalo Sabres will be without one of their goaltenders for at least a week. News emerged on Thursday that goalie Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen will be out for at least a week with a lower-body injury. This news was disclosed to the media by Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff. Sabres’ Luukkonen to miss next week with lower-body injury — DailyFaceoff.com (@dailyfaceoff.bsky.social) … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Goalie Out At Least One Week
NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Trade Deadline Plans
Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. The NHL has set their trade deadline for March 6th; however, with the roster freeze coming due to the Olympics, teams are already starting to make some moves. One of these teams has been the Montreal Canadiens, as they have already made one trade, upgrading their centre ice position by … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Montreal Canadiens Trade Deadline Plans
NHL Predictions: January 27, Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild
Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions! In this one, the Chicago Blackhawks battle division rival Minnesota Wild. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey analyze the day’s games and provide in-depth analysis. We break down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how they might play out. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 27, Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild
The New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders Swap Forwards
Well, we had an idea it was coming, and here it is. After the New Jersey Devils had held Ondrej Palat out of the lineup tonight, we knew a trade must be close. It has now become official. The New York Islanders will receive Palat, along with a 2026 third-round draft pick, and a 2027 sixth rounder, in a trade with the Devils, that see them receive Maxim Tsyplakov. Let’s try to … [Read more...] about The New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders Swap Forwards