Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are scheduled and offers insight and analysis to help predict who will be victorious in head-to-head matchups. In today’s round of NHL Predictions, we are looking at the game between the Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions as the 2024-25 … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Feb 9 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Montreal Canadiens
San Jose Sharks Focus on Opportunities for Growth Among Their Rookies
The San Jose Sharks have prime opportunities to grow their rookie’s skill and depth as well as better the team in the end. Even though the team will miss out on playoffs for the sixth year in a row, they can use this time to focus more on skill development. That focus should and will be directed toward Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith as they are going to be the base of this … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Focus on Opportunities for Growth Among Their Rookies
NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Hope to Extend New Acquisition
It’s time for another round of NHL Rumours. We’re closing in on the Four Nations Faceoff break and the impeding March 7 trade deadline. However, general managers are likely to remain busy during that time frame. Teams have already been busy getting deals done, but more work will probably happen. One team that’s already made some changes has been the Vancouver Canucks. This … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Vancouver Canucks Hope to Extend New Acquisition
Patrik Laine Honeymoon Phase is Over for the Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens acquired Patrik Laine this offseason from the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Canadiens traded defenseman Jordan Harris while also receiving a second-round pick in the deal. Laine was brought in to be the difference maker in the Habs offence. However, he went down with an injury in the preseason that kept him out of action for two months. Upon his return to … [Read more...] about Patrik Laine Honeymoon Phase is Over for the Montreal Canadiens
Utah Hockey Club Forward Must Build Off of Last Month’s Success
Utah Hockey Club forward Nick Schmaltz struggled mightily to produce during the first few months of the season. However, that changed in the month of January after he found his scoring touch again and it couldn’t have come at a better time. Utah has been plagued by injuries all season. Most recently, the team’s top centre, Logan Cooley, was ruled out indefinitely and placed on … [Read more...] about Utah Hockey Club Forward Must Build Off of Last Month’s Success