Could this be, could this be the game that the NHL’s all-time goal scorer record is broken? If that doesn’t get you into today’s edition of NHL Predictions, we don’t know what will. Today, like every 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 … [Read more...] about NHL Prediction: April 6th New York Islanders vs Washington Capitals
NHL Predictions: April 6th Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks
The Penguins continue their western road trip with a game against the Blackhawks. 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 today’s game, two non-playoff teams look to provide valuable minutes to players they’ll look to use next season. NHL Predictions Pittsburgh … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 6th Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks
The Anaheim Ducks Look to Close the 2024–25 Season Strong
The Anaheim Ducks finish to the 2024–25 season has just six games remaining. Furthermore, they find themselves in familiar territory, on the outside of the playoff picture, looking in. A record hovering around .500 (33-35-8) has left the team officially eliminated from playoff contention. For many organizations, that might signal a time to coast into the offseason. For the … [Read more...] about The Anaheim Ducks Look to Close the 2024–25 Season Strong
NHL Timeline for Montreal Canadiens Goaltending Prospect Jacob Fowler
The Montreal Canadiens already have some impressive young talent making an impact at the NHL level. We have seen a prime example of this with the play of Lane Hutson in his rookie season. Russian prospect Ivan Demidov also looks to make a sizeable impact next year. However, a player who may be one of the biggest parts of the team’s future just signed a contract with the … [Read more...] about NHL Timeline for Montreal Canadiens Goaltending Prospect Jacob Fowler
The Gr8 Chase is Over as Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal 895
Wayne Gretzky holds more records than we have time to discuss. However, one of the main ones that seemed destined to last forever has been broken. This afternoon versus the New York Islanders, Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals has scored his 895th career goal, making him the NHL’s all-time goals leader. (As a side note and props to 99, his 50 in 39 still seems … [Read more...] about The Gr8 Chase is Over as Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal 895