NHL News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumors
A few weeks ago, Last Word looked at Andrei Vasilevskiy’s potential weakness that was exposed by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the playoffs. But, upon beginning this deep dive, there was more than just the goaltender that had problems. Today, we look at the new assistant coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning Jeff Blashill. Tampa […] READ MORE
The Tampa Bay Lightning fell short to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the very first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs. They were previously on a streak of three consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearances, with back-to-back wins. But, instead of that streak extending, the Maple Leafs streak of first-round losses came to an end. […] READ MORE
Even though the Stanley Cup Playoffs are ongoing, it is the offseason for many teams. Tough decisions loom for certain clubs. One team has wasted no time and that is the Tampa Bay Lightning. Forward Michael Eyssimont has signed a contract extension. The deal is for two years and is a one-way contract. He will […] READ MORE
Anytime Toronto Maple Leafs playoff games are brought up, 1967 and 2004 are the first two dates that come next. Well, 2004 is finally no more. The Toronto Maple Leafs Playoff winless drought has ended as John Tavares scored an overtime winner to take down the Tampa Bay Lightning in six games. Toronto Maple Leafs […] READ MORE
Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Tampa Bay Lightning vs […] READ MORE
Just like Joe Pavelski, there is more injury news throughout the playoffs. Not one but two Lightning defensemen are down with injury. After suffering a bad hit by Michael Bunting, Erik Cernak left the game. He did not return and is now out for Game Two. Cernak is a core part of the blueline and […] READ MORE
NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Tampa Bay […] READ MORE
The playoffs are finally here and with it comes the most exciting time of any sporting event. The first round of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are unlike any other. With four games on each night, there is no stoppage regarding the action! Today, we will take a look at the Tampa Bay Lightning vs […] READ MORE
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s […] READ MORE
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours to start the week. The Stanley Cup Playoffs are starting soon, but some teams are already thinking of the off-season. This is happening despite certain teams in the tournament for Lord Stanley’s chalice. The Tampa Bay Lightning have made things work under the cap for a number […] READ MORE
Longtime sportswriter for the Watertown Daily Times. I have covered minor league and NCAA hockey in women's Division I and men's Division III. Also produce the nationally-syndicated Spadora on Sports radio show.