The New York Islanders and their Russian forward have finally come to an agreement. Thus, avoiding the need for salary arbitration for the two sides. The 6’3″ Maxim Tsyplakov signs a new contract today to stay with the club for two seasons. This isn’t a huge deal, with an average annual salary of $2.25 million. However, it shows the Isles and general manager Mathieu Darche … [Read more...] about New York Islanders Come to Agreement With Forward Avoiding Arbitration
NHL Rumours: Dallas Stars Have Tough Decision with Two RFAs
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re into the dog days of summer, but there are still plenty of things to sort out. The public may think there’s not a lot going on in the hockey world. However, front offices are plenty busy trying to sort things out. Rosters are trying to be figured out and there are already teams trying to work things out beyond the 2025-26 … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Dallas Stars Have Tough Decision with Two RFAs
Analysis of the St. Louis Blues 2025-26 Forward Group
We are in the final days of July. It will not be much longer, and NHL training camps will open. Teams have been working this summer to create a roster capable of achieving their individual goals for the 2025-26 season. The St. Louis Blues have NOT been an exception. Their forward and defensive groups will look different this season than they did last year. Today, we will take a … [Read more...] about Analysis of the St. Louis Blues 2025-26 Forward Group
Top New York Islanders Defining Moments in Franchise History
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise. Some will even change the course of an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s Summer series looks at these defining moments. Today, we feature the biggest defining moment of the New York … [Read more...] about Top New York Islanders Defining Moments in Franchise History
Update Regarding Hockey Canada Sexual Assault Trial
Sometime on Thursday, a verdict will given to five hockey players accused of sexually assaulting a woman during the 2018 World Juniors. The five players had pleaded not guilty to the accusations. While there is no verdict yet, it appears the evidence will not be circumstantial enough for a guilty verdict. Update Regarding Sexual Assault Trial Justice Maria Carroccia says “I … [Read more...] about Update Regarding Hockey Canada Sexual Assault Trial