It is a truth universally acknowledged that a hockey player in search of a fat check steps their game up in a contract year. With a contract on the line, players just have that extra edge to their play. They give a little more, score a little (or a lot) higher. The fans love it, the coach loves it, and the GM sighs as they open the checkbook and get ready to sign away a chunk … [Read more...] about Travis Konecny’s quiet rise to the top
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Scott Laughton fined for crosscheck vs. Islanders
The NHL Department of Player Safety took another look and justice was served. The result is Flyers forward Scott Laughton has been fined $5,000 for his crosscheck in the third period against Maxim Tsyplakov of the New York Islanders. The incident transpired with 4:30 left in the game and Laughton was given a minor penalty. Of course anyone watching the Flyers 5-3 win over … [Read more...] about Scott Laughton fined for crosscheck vs. Islanders
Flyers Farm Stars: It’s the Denver Barkey Show
Down to the wire, it’s another recap of another week of prospect related happenings. Let’s dig in! The News of the Week After a bit of a busy week last time around, things are settling down again. No big news this week, just one small injury update. Dedicated Phantoms lineup watchers may have noticed that Emil Andrae has missed the last two games for the team, and while … [Read more...] about Flyers Farm Stars: It’s the Denver Barkey Show
Maxim Tsyplakov suspended three games for illegal check to the head on Ryan Poehling
There may not have been a penalty called on the ice, but New York Islanders forward Maxim Tsyplakov isn’t avoiding discipline for his high hit on Philadelphia Flyers forward Ryan Poehling on Thursday night. The NHL Department of Player Safety announced on Friday morning that Tsyplakov would have a hearing for the hit and came down with a three-game suspension later that … [Read more...] about Maxim Tsyplakov suspended three games for illegal check to the head on Ryan Poehling
NHL Predictions January 17th Pittsburgh Penguins vs Buffalo Sabres
The Pittsburgh Penguins travel to Buffalo to face the Sabres in a pivotal Eastern Conference matchup at KeyBank 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 tonight’s game, the Penguins aim to turn recent struggles around, while the Sabres look to gain some … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions January 17th Pittsburgh Penguins vs Buffalo Sabres