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 Minnesota Wild taking on the Vegas Golden Knights. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 29 Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights
Previewing the Vancouver Canucks 2026 Free Agents
In order to properly prepare for the 2025 Free Agency period, the Vancouver Canucks first need to consider their 2026 Free Agent class. Brock Boeser, Pius Suter, Derek Forbort, and Noah Juulsen are still awaiting new contracts in 2025. This time next year, that pool of players will grow even more, with 13 roster and non-roster Canucks set to become free agents. Here’s how the … [Read more...] about Previewing the Vancouver Canucks 2026 Free Agents
Injury Update on St. Louis Blues Defenceman
The St. Louis Blues have an injury update regarding defenceman, Tyler Tucker, who was injured late in the team’s Game 4 win. Tucker is listed as day-to-day, but head coach Jim Montgomery did say Tucker will not be available for Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Winnipeg Jets. Tucker Injury Update HEADLINE: Blues defenseman Tyler Tucker won’t play Game 5.https://t.co/psbZfpyXj2 … [Read more...] about Injury Update on St. Louis Blues Defenceman
Tampa Bay Lightning Tenacious Forward Out for Game Five
Things have gone from bad to worse for the Tampa Bay Lightning. After falling 3-1 in their opening round 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Florida Panthers, after a devastating loss in Game Four, the team announced Tuesday afternoon that forward Brandon Hagel will miss Game 5. Hagel exited Game 4 due to concussion concerns after taking a big hit from Aaron Ekblad, … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Lightning Tenacious Forward Out for Game Five
The Edmonton Oilers Must Improve on the Penalty Kill Going into Game 5 vs Kings
Despite being in a 2-2 series with the Los Angeles Kings, the Edmonton Oilers must improve their penalty kill. In the postseason, games are won and lost on the strength of your special team’s units. The Kings have gone 7 for 16 in the postseason. That has left the Oilers’ shorthanded units in trouble. You cannot win games in the playoffs without a penalty kill. Allowing the … [Read more...] about The Edmonton Oilers Must Improve on the Penalty Kill Going into Game 5 vs Kings