As they fell to .500 on the young campaign, the message from Ducks coach Greg Cronin to his team was clear: play faster. “It’s a speed game. The whole league plays fast,” Cronin said. “The NHL is a fast game. If you don’t skate to the finish line every time you’re backchecking, forechecking or regrouping in the neutral zone, you’re not going to get the puck. It’s just that … [Read more...] about Ducks seek to find the right gear as they welcome the Sharks
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Kings pull away in third period to beat the Ducks
ANAHEIM –– For a second straight game, the Ducks were out-shot handily while leaning heavily on their goaltender, and the Kings once again pulled away late as they broke a scoreless tie in the third period to end up with a 4-1 victory at Honda Center on Sunday. The Ducks managed to come away with a point in Colorado on Friday but created less intrigue on Sunday. The Kings, … [Read more...] about Kings pull away in third period to beat the Ducks
Ducks & Kings Ready for First Freeway Faceoff of 2024-25 Season
A fresh hockey season means the renewal of rivalries and all that they bring – excitement, intensity, sometimes chaos, and most of all, fun and entertainment. And while the rivalry… … [Read more...] about Ducks & Kings Ready for First Freeway Faceoff of 2024-25 Season
NHL Predictions: Oct. 20 w/ Pittsburgh Penguins vs Winnipeg Jets
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Pittsburgh Penguins vs Winnipeg Jets. Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 20 w/ Pittsburgh Penguins vs Winnipeg Jets
St. Louis Blues Have a Roster Decision to Make Soon
The St. Louis Blues are due to have two forwards returning to the lineup soon. Forward Oskar Sundqvist, who has been recovering from a torn ACL that occurred last March. In addition, Alexandre Texier is expected to return to the lineup soon after sustaining an upper-body injury. While the Blues will be glad to have the 2019 Stanley Cup champion and their newcomer back in the … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues Have a Roster Decision to Make Soon