Everyone knows that the Washington Capitals’ most valuable player is captain Alex Ovechkin. One could make a pretty solid argument for Nicklas Backstrom and Braden Holtby as well. However, who is their least valuable player? It is none other than left wing Jason Chimera. It’s probably a good thing that there weren’t too many candidates […] READ MORE
Author: Dave Stevenson
BMoreDaveSYevgeni Medvedev Signs With Philadelphia Flyers
The Philadelphia Flyers have announced that they have signed 32 year old Russian defenseman Yevgeni Medvedev to a contract. Details are not yet known. Here’s more from the Flyers press release. Yevgeni Medvedev, 32 (8/27/1982), is a native of Chelyabinsk, Russia. He comes to North America for the first time after a long professional career […] READ MORE
Edmonton Oilers Plans Changed Thanks To Connor McDavid
Welcome back to Top Shelf Prospects, the daily column that brings you the next crop of professional hockey players. Each day LWOS will bring you a new player profile or topical article in the lead-up to the 2015 NHL Draft. Be sure to bookmark the site, and spread the word for the site that will […] READ MORE
Edmonton Wins The First Overall Pick in the NHL Draft Lottery
Welcome back to Top Shelf Prospects, the daily column that brings you the next crop of professional hockey players. Each day LWOS will bring you a new player profile or topical article in the lead-up to the 2015 NHL Draft. Be sure to bookmark the site, and spread the word for the site that will […] READ MORE
Last Word On NHL Awards: Selke Trophy
Last Word On Sports is doing our annual awards nominations and predictions. We’ll be giving you our nominations and predictions for the Selke Trophy, Vezina Trophy, Calder Trophy, Norris Trophy, Jack Adams Trophy, and the Hart Trophy. The Selke Trophy is given yearly to the NHL forward who demonstrates the most skill in the defensive […] READ MORE
Chicago Blackhawks Sign Forward Kyle Baun
According to sources, the Chicago Blackhawks have signed undrafted Colgate forward Kyle Baun to a two year entry level contract. While he will be joining the Blackhawks this season, he will not be eligible for the postseason. The Blackhawks have landed one of the top college free agents on the market, agreeing to terms with Colgate junior […] READ MORE
Colin Stevens Signs Entry Level Contract With Florida Panthers
The Florida Panthers have announced that they have signed Union College goaltender Colin Stevens to an entry level contract. More from the Florida Panthers press release: Florida Panthers Executive Vice President and General Manager Dale Tallon announced today that the club has agreed to terms with G Colin Stevens on an entry-level contract. “We are […] READ MORE
Kenney Morrison Signed By Calgary Flames
The Calgary Flames have announced that they have signed Western Michigan University defenseman Kenny Morrison to a two year entry level contract. More from the Flames press release: Morrison, a native of Lloydminster, Alberta, played three seasons with WMU Broncos between the NCHC and the CCHA. In 37 games during the 2014-15 season, the 6’3”, 208 pound […] READ MORE
Puck Drop Preview: 2014-15 San Jose Sharks
Welcome to Puck Drop Preview 2014-15, where our hockey department gives you a detailed look at each team from around the NHL leading to the start of this hockey season and offers our insight and analysis. Makes sure to stick around until the end of the series, where we’ll offer our full predictions for the standings […] READ MORE
Puck Drop Preview: 2014-2015 Carolina Hurricanes
Welcome to Puck Drop Preview 2014-15, where our hockey department gives you a detailed look at each team from around the NHL leading to the start of this hockey season and offers our insight and analysis. Makes sure to stick around until the end of the series, where we’ll offer our full predictions for the standings in […] READ MORE
