After uncharacteristic offensive struggles through the first 12 games of the 2024-25 season, the Dallas Stars offence has found its rhythm. The Stars narrowly avoided a shutout against the Winnipeg Jets on Nov. 9 and have now scored seven goals in back-to-back games since that game. This is the first time they have done so since the franchise moved to Dallas. “That’s hockey, … [Read more...] about Dallas Stars Offence Surges After Recent Missed Opportunities
How the Carolina Hurricanes Can Bounce Back from Recent Injuries
The media recently got some updates yesterday regarding the Carolina Hurricanes injuries, but the team will look a little different before players are cleared for return. There is a lot to consider for the coaching staff in these upcoming games. With many questions being posed, let’s dig in and analyze just what this means for the team going forward. What We Know About the … [Read more...] about How the Carolina Hurricanes Can Bounce Back from Recent Injuries
NHL Predictions: Nov. 16 Pittsburgh Penguins vs San Jose Sharks
Saturday night hockey in the NHL features a matchup between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the San Jose Sharks. Welcome back to NHL predictions here on Last Word on Hockey! Each day, we take a look at the league’s matchups, making predictions on all the NHLs games. In today’s matchup, Sidney Crosby and his Penguins limp into a matchup hosting Macklin Celebrini and the youthful … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 16 Pittsburgh Penguins vs San Jose Sharks
Edmonton Oiler Star Achieves Milestone
An Edmonton Oiler great achieved a milestone tonight that almost guarantees his status as an all-time great point producer. He couldn’t quite beat Mike Bossy, who achieved the feat in 656 games but Connor McDavid did it in game number 659 to incredibly become the fourth fastest to reach 1000 NHL career regular season points. Fittingly on a two-on-one rush with fellow superstar … [Read more...] about Edmonton Oiler Star Achieves Milestone
Four Winnipeg Jets Who Are 2025 4 Nations Face-Off Top Candidates
The Winnipeg Jets are off to a historic start to their 2024-25 season. As such, their best players have been their best players. You know, along with their depth players also being better than their competition on a nightly basis. The difference this year for the Jets is definitely their power play which is among the NHL’s best. When you combine offence with Connor Hellebuyck‘s … [Read more...] about Four Winnipeg Jets Who Are 2025 4 Nations Face-Off Top Candidates