Archives for February 2023

,NHL player development seems to always result in more questions than answers. How likely is it for a top pick to pan out? What makes a player a “steal”? Last Word On Hockey will be starting a new series on how to properly develop prospects from all different spots throughout the draft. With all forwards drafted in the first round, out of North American hockey leagues, coming … [Read more...] about NHL Player Development Patterns: The Conclusion

Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is between the Minnesota Wild and the Toronto Maple … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: February 24th with Minnesota Wild vs Toronto Maple Leafs

Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is between the Colorado Avalanche and the Winnipeg Jets. … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: February 24th with Colorado Avalanche vs Winnipeg Jets

The Toronto Maple Leafs took a big step toward a long playoff run with the Ryan O’Reilly trade with the St. Louis Blues. The addition of O’Reilly and Noel Acciari provides many intangibles.  First, O’Reilly brings a Stanley Cup ring and a Conn Smythe Trophy, two awards foreign to many on the current team. Secondly, Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas sends a clear message to … [Read more...] about Ryan O’Reilly Trade Provides Intangibles For Toronto Maple Leafs

Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is between the New York Rangers and the Washington … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: February 25 Including New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals