Today, the New York Islanders agreed on a contract extension to keep around a key player on their defensive unit for the last three seasons. That player is former Montreal Canadiens second-round draft pick from 2018, defenceman Alexander Romanov. After his third season with the Islanders, he has agreed to return to the team for the next eight years at $6.25 million per season. … [Read more...] about The New York Islanders Keep Key Defensive Piece
NHL Rumours: Goal-Scoring Winger Linked to the Anaheim Ducks
It’s time for another edition of NHL Rumours. We have had a busy start to July, but there could be more on the way. Today’s rumour involves the Anaheim Ducks, who are rumoured to make a trade offer for Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson. The Anaheim Ducks, are entering a pivotal phase in their rebuild and could be aggressive in pursuing elite talent. All NHL rumours come from … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Goal-Scoring Winger Linked to the Anaheim Ducks
A Review of the Montreal Canadiens 2025 Free Agency
The Canadiens already made their major splash of the summer by acquiring defenceman Noah Dobson from the Islanders prior to the NHL Draft. Therefore, heading into 2025 free agency, they weren’t expected to be major players for some of the top free agents. However, despite not landing any big-name players, the Habs made some solid moves in Free Agency. Let’s review the Montreal … [Read more...] about A Review of the Montreal Canadiens 2025 Free Agency
NHL Rumours: The Panthers Have a Problem and a Trade Would Fix It
Welcome back to our latest NHL Rumours, here at Last Word On Hockey. Free agency has been very active across the NHL, and the Stanley Cup champs are no exceptions. General manager Bill Zito was decisive in some major contracts. So, how will that bring lead to more rumours you may ask?Let’s find out. NHL Rumours: The Panthers Need to Trade Some Salary James Mirtle: Florida's … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: The Panthers Have a Problem and a Trade Would Fix It
Russian Defenceman Signs New Contract
One of the more in-demand names in free agency is off the market. News emerged that defenceman Vladislav Gavrikov has signed a new contract with the New York Rangers. This deal is for seven years and $49 million. The cap hit averages out to $7 million per season, and the contract will run until the end of the 2031-32 season. Gavrikov 7 x 7 NYR — Elliotte Friedman … [Read more...] about Russian Defenceman Signs New Contract