Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey take a look at the games and give analysis. Our team break down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, the New York Islanders will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins. Don’t forget to check out all the action, as our … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 5 New York Islanders Vs Pittsburgh Penguins
NHL Predictions: November 5 with Philadelphia Flyers at Carolina Hurricanes
Welcome to the latest edition of NHL Predictions. Every day, the Last Word on Hockey team digs into upcoming games to provide analysis on the matchups and take a look at what elements can change the game. Today, we will be looking at a Metropolitan Division showdown. The Philadelphia Flyers travel to North Carolina to take on the Carolina Hurricanes. Be sure to check in with … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: November 5 with Philadelphia Flyers at Carolina Hurricanes
How the Toronto Maple Leafs Goalies Are Playing to Expectations
The Toronto Maple Leafs came into the 2024-25 season with undeniable talent at the goaltender position. Despite the high level of optimism, the goalies for the Leafs did have one major question mark remaining. Just who was going to get all the starts for the full 82-game schedule? Today we shall analyze the expectations as the Leafs entered the season. Then, we will compare … [Read more...] about How the Toronto Maple Leafs Goalies Are Playing to Expectations
The Next 14 Days Are Important for the St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues find themselves at .500 on the season with a 6-6-0 record after their win Saturday night. As with most teams, the Blue Note have had their highs and lows to begin the season. With that being said, the Blues have an important next 14 days ahead that can determine the course of their season. Blues Season So Far As mentioned earlier, the Blues have a .500 … [Read more...] about The Next 14 Days Are Important for the St. Louis Blues
Vancouver Canucks Using AHL Everything Fans Hoped For
The Vancouver Canucks using their AHL team properly has often been a sore point. No complaints about Albany as a program, but 3,800 kilometres was one heck of a commute for a casual call-up. Canucks Using AHL Abbotsford to Its Fullest The latest NHL-level talent to get sent from Vancouver to the minors was Nils Åman. The 6’2″ centre has played in four games this season, though … [Read more...] about Vancouver Canucks Using AHL Everything Fans Hoped For