Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Minnesota Wild taking on the Buffalo Sabres. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan 17 Minnesota Wild vs Buffalo Sabres
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Giants hire John Harbaugh as head coach
John Harbaugh, the 63-year-old former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, agreed to a 5-year contract to coach Big Blue. … [Read more...] about Giants hire John Harbaugh as head coach
Takeaways: Mats Zuccarello’s overtime goal lifts Wild to 5-4 victory over Sabres
The Wild ended their three-game losing streak despite missing several key players to injury. … [Read more...] about Takeaways: Mats Zuccarello’s overtime goal lifts Wild to 5-4 victory over Sabres
Johansson Not On Road Trip, Boldy To Miss A Week Or Two
The injuries just keep piling up for Minnesota. Already missing several key regulars, Marcus Johansson can now be added to the list as Michael Russo of The Athletic reports (Twitter links) that the veteran is among the list of players who aren’t with the team on their three-game road trip that began this afternoon. The 35-year-old is dealing with a lower-body injury. … [Read more...] about Johansson Not On Road Trip, Boldy To Miss A Week Or Two
Mika Zibanejad makes history, scores hat trick in win over Flyers
Zibanejad became the Rangers’ all-time leader in power-play goals and his three-goal performance tied the team record for most career hat tricks in New York’s 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Mika Zibanejad makes history, scores hat trick in win over Flyers
