Welcome to Last Word On Hockey’s editions of the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships predictions. Throughout the tournament our team will break down key matchups, storylines and stats, then make a prediction on how the game will play out. You can also check out our NHL editions. For this edition, we’ll take a look at the gold medal game between Czechia and Sweden. World … [Read more...] about World Junior Championship Predictions: Gold Medal Game, Czechia vs Sweden
Toronto Maple Leafs Star Placed on IR
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced today that one of their stars have been placed on injured reserve. William Nylander has missed the last four contests with a lower-body injury. Nylander’s placement on the IR is retroactive to December 27th, when he got injured against the Ottawa Senators. The injury occurred on an awkward play behind the Ottawa Senators net with defenceman … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Star Placed on IR
Philadelphia Flyers Sign Veteran Forward to 5-Year Extension
The Philadelphia Flyers have long been rumored to be working on a contract extension with one of their offseason acquisitions. The deal was completed on Monday night. Philadelphia Flyers Sign Christian Dvorak to 5-Year Extension Forward Christian Dvorak, signed a one-year deal by the Flyers in July. He has done well in establishing himself in a key role down the middle for the … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Flyers Sign Veteran Forward to 5-Year Extension
New York Ranger Igor Shesterkin Leaves Mammoth Game with Leg Injury
Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin left Monday’s game against the Utah Mammoth with a lower body injury. That was after JJ Peterka rushed towards the net and collided with the Russian goaltender. Even though the contact was brief, Shesterkin’s leg was twisted underneath him. Afterward, Shesterkin was helped off the ice, unable to put any weight on his left leg. Igor Shesterkin … [Read more...] about New York Ranger Igor Shesterkin Leaves Mammoth Game with Leg Injury
NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Make Pitch to Impending UFA, but No Luck
Thank you for tuning into Last Word on Hockey. In this edition of NHL Rumours, the discussion will focus on the Vancouver Canucks efforts to keep an impending unrestricted free agent in town. While the chatter has centred on a trade, Vancouver could be looking to change course. NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Made Offer to Kiefer Sherwood, but Sides Remain Apart Rumour: During … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Make Pitch to Impending UFA, but No Luck
