Well, there is news in Ottawa Senators land, and it revolves around the goaltending. Tonight versus the New York Rangers, Leevi Merilainen is getting the call between the pipes. Backing him up, will undoubtedly be James Reimer. It is tough to think as a Sens fan how we would end up here, you know, at the beginning of the season. But here we are. There is further word, too, that … [Read more...] about Some Ottawa Senators Goaltending Gameday Notes Going into MSG
2025-26 Our Mid-Season NHL Awards and the Hart Memorial Trophy
Welcome back to Last Word On Hockey’s mid-season awards. In previous editions of this series we looked at our finalists for the Norris and the Vezina Trophies, today our focus is on one of the most prestigious awards in hockey. It’s of course the Hart Memorial Trophy, awarded to the player judged to be the most valuable to his team. Unlike our other awards where we named our … [Read more...] about 2025-26 Our Mid-Season NHL Awards and the Hart Memorial Trophy
NHL Predictions: January 13th Carolina Hurricanes vs St. Louis Blues
Welcome back to NHL Predictions here at Last Word On Hockey, where we provide analysis, insights, and predictions for upcoming NHL games. Tonight, the Carolina Hurricanes make their lone regular season trip to St. Louis to take on the struggling Blues. NHL Predictions: Carolina Hurricanes vs St. Louis Blues Time: 7:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time How to Watch TV: ESPN+, … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 13th Carolina Hurricanes vs St. Louis Blues
The 2026 NHL Entry Draft Location Decided Upon
In a press conference today in Buffalo, New York, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Sabres Owner Terry Pegula announced that the 2026 NHL Entry Draft will be held in Buffalo. This will be the fourth time in NHL history the event has been held in Western New York. 1991, 1998, and 2016 are the three other years the draft was in Buffalo. Let’s get into the details. Proud to bring … [Read more...] about The 2026 NHL Entry Draft Location Decided Upon
NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Discussing Extension with Top Forward
It’s time for another round of NHL Rumours. As the 2025-26 season progresses, and teams take more action to secure players long-term, one team that has already been active is the Philadelphia Flyers. One contract extension for a pending free agent with the Flyers was completed on Monday. Now they may be turning their attention to another. Remember that all NHL rumours come from … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Discussing Extension with Top Forward