The Los Angeles Kings and new general manager Ken Holland have perhaps the most important day ahead of them in free agency. With the Kings falling short in the playoffs once again, Holland has the task of building them back into a serious contender. With free agency, he has the perfect opportunity to do just that. What moves will he make? Two moves could bring that postseason … [Read more...] about Kings, Holland must be smart about free agency
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5 Trade Destinations for Sabres’ Defenseman Bowen Byram
When the Buffalo Sabres acquired Bowen Byram at the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, it was understood that the team had added a talented blueliner who immediately improved their defense. However,… … [Read more...] about 5 Trade Destinations for Sabres’ Defenseman Bowen Byram
Braeden Cootes Scouting Report: 2025 NHL Draft #24
Welcome to your 2025 NHL Entry Draft Headquarters right here at Last Word On Sports and Top Shelf Prospects. We have you covered with everything you will need to be ready for the big event. This year’s draft is set to take place on June 27th and 28th, live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Today, we bring you our Braeden Cootes Scouting Report. Each day, … [Read more...] about Braeden Cootes Scouting Report: 2025 NHL Draft #24
Colorado’s Cale Makar wins Norris Trophy as league’s top defenseman for second time in four seasons
He received first-place votes on 176 of the 191 ballots cast by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association. The 26-year-old from Calgary, Alberta, has been a Norris finalist in each of the last five seasons. … [Read more...] about Colorado’s Cale Makar wins Norris Trophy as league’s top defenseman for second time in four seasons
Bruce McNall: His Rise and Fall
On Aug. 9, 1988, the hockey world changed forever. The Edmonton Oilers traded the Great One, Wayne Gretzky, along with Marty McSorley and Mike Krushelnyski, to the Los Angeles Kings… … [Read more...] about Bruce McNall: His Rise and Fall