The injury bug has once again struck the Montreal Canadiens this season. Currently, forwards Alex Newhook, Kirby Dach, Patrik Laine, as well as defenceman Kaiden Guhle, are out long-term with injury. Despite various additions in the offseason, these injuries have exposed the Canadiens lack of depth both up front and on defence. Thankfully, Montreal’s stars have been carrying … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Montreal Canadiens Lack of Depth
Utah Mammoth Top Centre Out Indefinitely Due to Injury
The Utah Mammoth announced Monday that Logan Cooley will be out indefinitely due to a lower-body injury. As of print, this means there’s currently no timetable for the 21-year-old to return to action. This is a big blow for the Mammoth, who’ll now be without their star centre for perhaps the rest of December, or maybe longer. INJURY UPDATE@utahmammoth forward Logan Cooley will … [Read more...] about Utah Mammoth Top Centre Out Indefinitely Due to Injury
NHL Predictions: Dec 7 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Dallas Stars
The Penguins take on the Stars in a star-studded contest. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here on Last Word on Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for all the NHL’s games. In this contest, the Penguins and Stars look to gain momentum, inching closer to the halfway point of the season. NHL Predictions Pittsburgh Penguins vs Dallas … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 7 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Dallas Stars
NHL Predictions: Dec 7 St Louis Blues vs Montreal Canadiens
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. For this edition, we will look at the Winnipeg Jets visiting the Edmonton Oilers. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 7 St Louis Blues vs Montreal Canadiens
Today in Hockey History: Hartford Whalers Gordie Howe Finally Retires
During the NHL’s hiatus, we at the Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for June 4th, featuring Gordie Howe. Today in Hockey History Gordie Howe Retires for Final Time From NHL 1980: The … [Read more...] about Today in Hockey History: Hartford Whalers Gordie Howe Finally Retires