With the holidays, we would like to bring good news, but maybe it is a chance to for those players, although they would rather be playing, to spend some extra time with family. In any sense, the Carolina Hurricanes have some injury news to pass along today. Both have an injury, Jaccob Slavin and Seth Jarvis will be reportedly out week-to-week. This season has not been an easy … [Read more...] about The Carolina Hurricanes Lead the Metro but Aren’t Without Injury Troubles
The Toronto Maple Leafs Have Fired an Assistant Coach
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday evening that they have relieved assistant coach Marc Savard of his duties. Savard joined the Maple Leafs’ coaching staff ahead of the 2024 season. Head coach Craig Berube hired Savard to run the power play, which has seen success with the St. Louis Blues during their Stanley Cup run. For a franchise that once prided itself on elite … [Read more...] about The Toronto Maple Leafs Have Fired an Assistant Coach
The Seattle Kraken Will Be Without Top D-Man for One Month
The Seattle Kraken have some negative news to report today, just as we hit the holiday season. But, on the flip side, maybe the time to sit back and relax with family and friends came at the right time. Defenceman Brandon Montour has a hand injury, and it required surgery. The timeline for his return is four weeks. So, throw on the Home Alone, Montour. Seattle Kraken Defenceman … [Read more...] about The Seattle Kraken Will Be Without Top D-Man for One Month
NHL Predictions: December 21st New York Rangers vs Nashville Predators
Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Nashville Predators hosting the New York Rangers. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 21st New York Rangers vs Nashville Predators
New York Rangers Culture Reaches New Low After Benching of Star Player
The New York Rangers have a problem. And it’s not the injury to Adam Fox or poor play, but rather a culture problem. Mika Zibanejad was benched after missing a team meeting, and their head coach Mike Sullivan made the final decision. That decision is now ruffling feathers in the Rangers’ room, spelling doom for the season. Mika Misses Practice As mentioned above, Mika Zibanejad … [Read more...] about New York Rangers Culture Reaches New Low After Benching of Star Player