The New Jersey Devils playoff chances are in good standing. However, their lack of consistency throughout 60 minutes has cost the team points as the year winds down. Recent injuries to Jack Hughes, Dougie Hamilton, and Jonas Siegenthaler may have dwindled the Devils’ chances at a deep run. Despite missing key lineup pieces, the Devils’ locker room has high expectations once … [Read more...] about New Jersey Devils Playoff Chances Faltering with Inconsistent Play
NHL Predictions: March 31st Calgary Flames vs Colorado Avalanche
Welcome to NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey looks at the games happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. Today, we’re looking at the Calgary Flames against the Colorado Avalanche. Be sure to check out more NHL Predictions every day there’s hockey this 2024-25 season. NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: March 31st Calgary Flames vs Colorado Avalanche
James Hagens Scouting Report for the 2025 NHL Draft #3
The next player we will explore is phenom James Hagens. He has long been considered one of the top prospects for the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Despite slipping from a consensus number one pick to a top-ten lock, he remains an elite playmaking centre with a very high ceiling. James’ processing speed on the ice is at such a high level that, when coupled with his elite offensive skill … [Read more...] about James Hagens Scouting Report for the 2025 NHL Draft #3
Utah Hockey Club Captain Pushes Forward as Playoff Hopes Dwindle
The Utah Hockey Club has fallen behind in the race for the NHL’s Western Conference wild card. With that, the odds are very much against them now. However, that has not stopped their captain from setting a pace that will most likely result in a career season. Clayton Keller was named the first captain in franchise history and the league’s fourth-youngest captain ever. After … [Read more...] about Utah Hockey Club Captain Pushes Forward as Playoff Hopes Dwindle
That’s (Almost) A Wrap on the Vancouver Canucks Season
The Vancouver Canucks season nears the end, not with a bang but a “Huh. Well, that wasn’t too bad. Considering everything.” Not the most inspiring words, perhaps, but they fit the 2024-25 season. Even the faint hope that still exists is appropriately cruel for a cruel year. How the Canucks Season Will End, Maybe The road trip itself is a handy little microcosm of the team’s … [Read more...] about That’s (Almost) A Wrap on the Vancouver Canucks Season