It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re in the middle of the summer, but there’s still plenty to talk about. There may not be a lot of signings or trades to announce. However, teams are still working hard behind the scenes. General managers are trying to still do plenty of heavy lifting as they try to configure their rosters for the upcoming season. Some of these … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Minnesota Wild RFA Forward
NHL Rumours: The Edmonton Oilers Goaltending Situation and the Potential for Changes
Welcome to today’s edition of NHL Rumours from us here at Last Word On Hockey, Edmonton Oilers style. Our focus will be on their goaltending situation. However, we do quickly provide a bigger update, given who the guest appearance was they had with them on the podcast. NHL Rumours: The Oilers Front Officer is Going with What they Have in Net Rumour: The Inside Sports Podcast … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: The Edmonton Oilers Goaltending Situation and the Potential for Changes
Where Patrik Laine Fits in the Montreal Canadiens Lineup
The Montreal Canadiens have long had an issue when it comes to secondary scoring. Last summer, they were hoping to address those woes by adding a former 40-goal scorer to the fold. Patrik Laine was acquired by the Canadiens along with a second-round pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for defenceman Jordan Harris. The Canadiens took on Laine’s entire $8.7 million … [Read more...] about Where Patrik Laine Fits in the Montreal Canadiens Lineup
Contract Comparables for the Montreal Canadiens Defenceman Lane Hutson
Montreal Canadiens defenceman Lane Hutson has established himself as one of the NHL’s elite at his position in only his first season. The young blueliner had a historic rookie season. He tied the NHL record for assists by a rookie defenceman with 60. Also, his 66 total points were seventh amongst all d-men in the NHL. As a 21-year-old rookie, Hutson’s accomplishments are beyond … [Read more...] about Contract Comparables for the Montreal Canadiens Defenceman Lane Hutson
New York Islanders Come to Agreement With Forward Avoiding Arbitration
The New York Islanders and their Russian forward have finally come to an agreement. Thus, avoiding the need for salary arbitration for the two sides. The 6’3″ Maxim Tsyplakov signs a new contract today to stay with the club for two seasons. This isn’t a huge deal, with an average annual salary of $2.25 million. However, it shows the Isles and general manager Mathieu Darche … [Read more...] about New York Islanders Come to Agreement With Forward Avoiding Arbitration