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The 2017 NHL trade deadline is fast approaching, which means it’s time for general manager Doug Wilson to make his final roster decisions for the season. The San Jose Sharks trade deadline needs isn’t cut and dry and the Sharks can do several things or even decide to stand pat. We’ll take a look at […] READ MORE
In the past 20 years, Jarome Iginla has made his mark on the NHL as one of the best goal scorers to ever lace them up. He has potted 618 goals during his Hall of Fame career, which ranks 16th all-time. He is widely respected by his peers, has won numerous leadership awards, and would […] READ MORE
It has been announced that Chicago Blackhawks forwards Teuvo Teravainen and Bryan Bickell has been traded to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for a second round pick in 2016 and a third round pick in 2017. Bickell, 29, had just two assists in 25 NHL games last season. He spent the majority of the campaign in the American […] READ MORE
The New York Islanders have granted defenseman Travis Hamonic's request for a trade. READ MORE
Why are there So Few Trades in the NHL Today? That is an excellent question. Obviously trades do occur but the impactful one’s are few and far between. This past NHL trade deadline day was proof positive of that. But why is this happening? The answer is multi-dimensional. The Salary Cap First and foremost the […] READ MORE
Last Word on Sports is proud to present their hockey podcast, On the Powerplay with Ben and Dave. Join Ben Kerr and Dave Gove each week as they take a look around the Hockey World focusing on the big issues of the NHL and elsewhere. In this episode Dave and Ben break down all the big […] READ MORE
LWOS analyzes the Eric Staal trade and why it makes sense for the New York Rangers to bring him into the lineup, as they push for the playoffs. READ MORE
In a late breaking move, that just got in under the NHL trade deadline, the Edmonton Oilers have acquired Patrick Maroon from the Anaheim Ducks for a 2016 fourth round pick and defenceman Martin Gernat. The Ducks will retain 25% of Maroon’s salary and $2 million cap hit next season. The following press release […] READ MORE
The Calgary Flames announced that they have acquired goaltender Nicklas Backstrom and a 6th round pick in exchange for right winger David Jones. READ MORE
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Dan Hamhuis has been traded. READ MORE
