Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each 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 based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 12 Montreal Canadiens vs Toronto Maple Leafs
The Edmonton Oilers Are Without Top-Tier Blueliner
The Edmonton Oilers are stuck between a rock and a hard place in 2024-25. Players like Jeff Skinner could be considered difference makers throughout their career. However, 2024-25 is different and the injury to Mattias Ekholm is a clear example. Today’s announcement seems more and more likely that he will be shut down for the duration. So let’s bring some sense to the … [Read more...] about The Edmonton Oilers Are Without Top-Tier Blueliner
Three-Time Stanley Cup Champion Announces Retirement
Alec Martinez announces he is retiring after 16 NHL seasons. This marks the closing out of a legendary, but perhaps underrated, career as a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Alec Martinez Announces He is Retiring Ahead of Final NHL Game Chicago Blackhawks defenceman Alec Martinez announced that tonight will mark the final game of his NHL career. Surprisingly, the 36-year-old … [Read more...] about Three-Time Stanley Cup Champion Announces Retirement
Montreal Canadiens Potential 2024-25 NHL Award Nominees
The Montreal Canadiens currently occupy the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. They have a nice six point cushion between them and their nearest competition. Montreal has four games remaining, while the Columbus Blue Jackets have four as well, who are tied with the New York Rangers with only three games remaining. Montreal’s odds to make it are over 99%. With the … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Potential 2024-25 NHL Award Nominees
NHL Predictions: April 11th with Pittsburgh Penguins at New Jersey Devils
Tonight the Pittsburgh Penguins travel to Newark, New Jersey to face the Devils at the Prudential Center. 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 matchup, the Devils aim to rebound from a recent thrashing by the Boston Bruins. Meanwhile, the Penguins look … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 11th with Pittsburgh Penguins at New Jersey Devils