NHL News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumors
The Pittsburgh Penguins have undoubtedly been one of the unluckiest teams in the NHL for the last three seasons. Playoff heartbreak ended singlehandedly due to goaltending. In the past now, the Penguins are showing up doubters with a hot start to the season. With a record of 2-0-1, the Pittsburgh Penguins stars are dominating offensively. […] READ MORE
Danton Heinen has a new contract. Pittsburgh Penguins winger Danton Heinen has re-signed with the Penguins. The RFA who had found his mojo in the black and gold has signed a new deal. Danton Heinen’s deal is now making $1 million dollars after signing with his team for one year. Danton Heinen agreed to terms […] 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
As the trade deadline approaches, it has become more clear that the Penguins lack in a few areas. Their top line has been excellent, their powerplay is improving as every game goes on, and their penalty kill is among the league’s best. Although they’ve had a good year, the games that they’ve lost have showcased […] READ MORE
As a shortened and hectic offseason approaches, Last Word on Hockey is looking ahead towards how teams will deal with the reality of a flat salary cap. In terms of building a franchise, the offseason is the most crucial time of the year for front offices. However, due to COVID-19, the short-term future of how […] READ MORE
The Anaheim Ducks‘ COVID list has added four players – Danton Heinen, Ben Hutton, Jacob Larsson and Anthony Stolarz. The team announced they were added Tuesday afternoon. Four #NHLDucks players added to the NHL's COVID Protocol list: Danton Heinen, Ben Hutton, Jacob Larsson and Anthony Stolarz — Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) March 23, 2021 Anaheim Ducks […] READ MORE
March has finally arrived and the NHL rumours are picking up. We’re moving towards the April 12 trade deadline, but the COVID-19 pandemic makes everything uncertain. Money is tighter, so teams will be careful on when or if they make moves. Today’s NHL rumours focus on the Vancouver Caucks, New York Islanders and Columbus Blue […] READ MORE
Hello and welcome to a regular Sunday edition of NHL Rumours! The season marches on as teams grapple with injuries and the pandemic. It’s hard to believe that the 2020-21 campaign is almost half over for some squads, but that is the reality at this point. Last Word on Hockey will bring you the best […] READ MORE
Welcome to Puck Drop Preview 2020-21, where Last Word on Hockey 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. Make sure to stick around until the end of the series, where we’ll offer our full predictions for the […] READ MORE
During the NHL’s hiatus, we at Last Word on Hockey are going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for July 5th, featuring Connor McDavid. Today in […] 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.