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The New York Islanders will terminate forward Leo Komarov‘s contract, according to The Athletic’s Arthur Staple. He needs to go through unconditional waivers before the termination is completed. Hearing this is official now. Believe Komarov will be on unconditional waivers tomorrow to terminate his #Isles contract. https://t.co/1t8nTJyXWw — Arthur Staple (@StapeAthletic) November 10, 2021 Islanders […] READ MORE
Hockey is finally back! Normally we’d be closing in on the mid-way point of the regular season, however, we’re in a different world. Last Word on Hockey is still 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 […] READ MORE
With the NHL season fast approaching, things are starting to heat up. The NHL rumours are going strong. Teams are beginning to finalize their roster with lots of moving parts in the background. Today we will look at rumours surrounding the New York Islanders, New York Rangers, and Boston Bruins. NHL Rumours Boston Bruins Rumour: […] READ MORE
Today marks the concluding day of the 2021 World Junior Championship. From all of us at Last Word on Hockey, it’s been a pleasure to cover this one-of-a-kind tournament this year. The day kicks off with Team Russia and Team Finland facing off for the bronze medal. 2021 World Junior Championship Predictions Russia vs. Finland […] READ MORE
Hello and welcome to another Monday edition of NHL rumours! We are only weeks away from the beginning of NHL free agency and teams are busy making advance plans. Continue to check in with Last Word on Hockey as news breaks for the latest updates and analysis. Today’s NHL rumours feature the Detroit Red Wings, […] READ MORE
New York Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello announced Sunday morning that both Matt Martin and Tom Kuhnhackl are out 4-6 weeks. Matt Martin and Tom Kuhnhackl each out 4-6 weeks, per Lou Lamoriello. #Isles — Brian Compton (@BComptonNHL) October 27, 2019 Martin and Kuhnhackl Out Injured During the Islanders’ morning skate, Lamoriello addressed the media […] READ MORE
The New York Islanders have announced that they have placed center Leo Komarov on injured reserve with an unspecified injury, with the team Twitter simply noting that he was sick. This move is retroactive to October 17th and there is no timetable for his return. IR → NHL Casey Cizikas (C) | New York […] READ MORE
The New York Islanders announced that they have re-signed forward Ross Johnston to a four-year $4 million contract, or $1 million per season AAV. The contract is a one-way deal that carries him through the 2021-22 season. #Isles Transaction: The team has agreed to terms on a four-year contract with Ross Johnston. Details: https://t.co/5jy3D0doXh pic.twitter.com/HJTPx4iJmI […] READ MORE
Free agent winger Leo Komarov has agreed to join the New York Islanders. He signs a four-year contract, worth $12M, or $3M AAV per season. This came after the Islanders lost out on re-signing John Tavares Leo Komarov to the NYI, four years, AAV of $3M. Yearly breakdown is $4M, $3.5M, $2.5M and $2M. — Bob […] READ MORE
Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand can't keep his mouth to himself. The forward has gotten a taste of his opponent's twice this postseason. This second incident has gotten the league's attention as Executive Vice President and Director of Hockey Operations Colin Campbell has put Marchand on notice. 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.