It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re nearing the start of training camp later this month and that means contract talks are going into overdrive. We’ve already seen a few restricted free agents ink deals. However, some of the big-ticket players entering the last year of their deals are yet to put pen to paper. The start of camp means the sense of urgency has been cranked … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Minnesota Wild, Kirill Kaprizov Could Close in on Deal
Calgary Flames Resign RFA Forward to a Bridge Deal
The Calgary Flames have given one of their young players a new deal. News emerged that the Flames have signed restricted free agent centre Connor Zary to a contract extension. The deal is for three years and totals $11.325 million. It runs through to the end of the 2027-28 season. Calgary Flames Give Connor Zary a Contract Extension Zary has only played for the Flames in his … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Resign RFA Forward to a Bridge Deal
35-Year Defenceman Retires After 14 NHL Seasons
On Thursday, defenceman Marco Scandella announced his retirement. The 35-year old has not played in the NHL since the 2023-24 season when Scandella was playing for the St. Louis Blues. Scandella Retires A steady presence on and off the ice, who always repped the ‘Note with pride. Congrats on a great career and enjoy retirement Scandy ? pic.twitter.com/gTPwiMo1xJ — St. Louis … [Read more...] about 35-Year Defenceman Retires After 14 NHL Seasons
Pittsburgh Penguin Rickard Rakell’s Point Projection for the 2025-26 Season
September brings the start of training camp and fantasy hockey. This article projects Rickard Rakell’s point production this year. Similar to our previous point projection on Sidney Crosby, it will be generated through the use of a predictive model that blends scoring rate, age adjustment, team context, and projected durability. The Pittsburgh Penguins do not project as an … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh Penguin Rickard Rakell’s Point Projection for the 2025-26 Season
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