NHL News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumors
The NHL season has begun, and there are lots of moves being made still while each team figures out what is working and what isn’t for their roster. With lots of moving parts in the background, there are lots of NHL rumours as a result. Today we will be looking at rumours surrounding the Chicago […] READ MORE
Post-season heroes come in all forms, from the star player to the unknown fourth-liner. We all know the exploits of the great playoff performers. However, we hardly hear about the unlikely playoff heroes. These unlikely post-season stars can contribute in many ways. Contributions could be for an entire playoff run, a series, a game or […] READ MORE
We’re normally starting up another hockey season, but 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 day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history […] READ MORE
Juuse Saros has been one of the few bright sparks for the Nashville Predators as of late. After two play-in games, the 25-year-old goaltender has stopped 57 of 63 shots faced. For someone facing his first postseason action, Saros is playing like he’s been here before. Juuse Saros Backstops Predators There was no question going […] READ MORE
Phase 3 of the NHL’s plan went underway on July 13. The 24 teams that qualified for the postseason tournament have been preparing for the long road ahead in hopes to have their name etched into Stanley Cup history. The format looks a little different this postseason due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, […] READ MORE
The 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs are almost here. In this pandemic delayed conclusion of the season, 24 teams have been selected based on the winning percentage to see who advances to the playoffs. This preview covers the series with the Arizona Coyotes vs Nashville Predators. Arizona Coyotes vs Nashville Predators These two teams met twice […] READ MORE
Welcome to Last Word on Hockey’s One Hit Wonder series. Each day, we will take a look at a new team’s three biggest one-hit wonders. These are players that had one great season or playoff run but never did anything like that again. Join us every day for a new team! Today we take a […] READ MORE
Have you ever looked at a sports photo and thought of a funny caption? We have, and here’s a collection of some. If you enjoy this one, leave us a comment afterward. We will do a series called NHL Comic Captions by team collecting some photos with humorous captions to entertain you during this suspension […] READ MORE
The National Hockey League has confirmed the squad sizes that each of the play-in and playoff teams are allowed. Goalies are unlimited but there is a cap of 28 roster spots for defenders and forwards on each team. This means that several minor league players and prospects will be joining each franchise to bulk out […] READ MORE
With news that the Arizona Coyotes playoffs drought may soon end, every fan of the team has to be thrilled. Although it is not confirmed just yet, the National Hockey League’s Players’ Association has moved in the direction of a 24-team tournament to finally finish the 2019-20 season. Arizona Coyotes Haven’t Played in the Postseason […] READ MORE
I was born in Chicago, and have been following hockey my whole life. I moved to Arizona in 1974, and have been an Arizona Coyotes fan from the time they first moved here in 1996. I feel I can bring a new perspective to the team. I hope you
will enjoy what I write. As of February 13, 2019, I am now an NHL Editor for Last Word on Sports. As of 3/10/21, I am now the beat writer for the Coyotes.
Let the fun begin!