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Filip Zadina was a highly sought-after prospect in 2018. Most projected the Czech winger to be the third-best prospect in the draft behind only Rasmus Dahlin and Andrei Svechnikov. When he slipped to the Detroit Red Wings at 6th overall, many thought he could become the steal of the draft. It hasn’t however, worked out […] READ MORE
Rocky Wirtz clashed with journalists at a recent press event for the Chicago Blackhawks. Mark Lazerus, a senior writer with The Athletic asked a panel representing the Blackhawks asked what the organization will do to empower players to ensure abuse, like that endured by Kyle Beach is not repeated. In response to his question, Wirtz, […] READ MORE
The San Jose Sharks AHL affiliate, San Jose Barracuda, has suspended player Krystof Hrabik. The forward also received a 30 game suspension from the AHL due to his racist actions toward Tuscon Roadrunners forward Boko Imama. Hrabik reportedly made monkey-like movements toward Imama, a Black player. San Jose's Krystof Hrabik has been suspended 30 games […] READ MORE
With the return of the traditional divisions, in-person fans, and 82-game schedules, things will start to feel normal again this regular NHL season. Chicago will be back in the standard Central Division where they will face five teams they have not played against in over a year. When compared to last season, this will be […] READ MORE
Jakub Vrana Re-Signed; The Detroit Red Wings announced today that they have re-signed restricted free agent forward Jakub Vrana to a READ MORE
The Chicago Blackhawks front office has had quite the month. Despite the most pressing matter, the ongoing sexual assault lawsuit against former Chicago coach Brad Aldrich, they have been making so many moves behind the scenes that even the most dedicated Chicago fans might be struggling to retain it all. The following looks at the […] READ MORE
After three outstanding seasons with the Tampa Bay Lightning and two Stanley Cups, Blake Coleman has decided to sign elsewhere. He’s taking a six-year deal with the Calgary Flames. The AAV on that contract is $4.9 million per season. Confirming that Blake Coleman is headed to Calgary. — Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) July 28, 2021 Blake […] READ MORE
Defenceman Cody Ceci has decided to leave the Pittsburgh Penguins after an outstanding regular season with them. He has decided to sign with the Edmonton Oilers on a four-year deal. The AAV will be north of $3 million per season. There’s a strong market for veteran ‘D’ in free agency: Word is that both Ian […] READ MORE
The 2021 Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft is coming soon. Even though the playoffs are still going on, most teams will be starting to focus on the offseason as we get further into June. The Seattle Kraken will start their inaugural year in 2021-22, and with that comes the expansion draft. There are plenty of opportunities […] 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