With injuries to Adam Fox and Filip Chytil, the New York Rangers have relied on every single rostered player in their November Gauntlet. The most challenging week of their season thus far began with an eight-goal thriller and a victory over the New Jersey Devils in Newark. The win was quickly humbled after Dallas scored six, with four past Igor Shesterkin last Monday. Despite … [Read more...] about Breaking Down The Rangers’ Final Fixtures of Their November Gauntlet
NHL Predictions: Nov. 27 with Buffalo Sabres vs New York Rangers
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 the Buffalo Sabres vs New York Rangers. Be sure to … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 27 with Buffalo Sabres vs New York Rangers
Three Takeaways from Canucks Road Trip
The Vancouver Canucks road trip of three games has concluded. They went one for three with a win against the Seattle Kraken and losses against the Colorado Avalanche and the (can you believe it?) San Jose Sharks. The obvious takeaway is that the Canucks looked tired in the games at times but did battle well. But here are three other takeaways from the road trip that … [Read more...] about Three Takeaways from Canucks Road Trip
Minnesota Wild Fire Head Coach Dean Evason
After seven straight losses in a row, the Minnesota Wild have fired Head Coach Dean Evason. The franchise has also relieved Assistant Coach Bob Woods of his duties. Former Nashville Predators Head Coach John Hynes was named the next Wild Head Coach. The change proves the organization is taking their losing streak seriously. However, coaching is just one of several issues for … [Read more...] about Minnesota Wild Fire Head Coach Dean Evason
NHL Rumours: Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers
Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours! Thanksgiving is finally over and there is a lot to be thankful for. Andrei Vasilevskiy made his return to game action and the New Jersey Devils are finally healthy. Also, the Oilers are back (sort of) and Connor McDavid is back to his normal producing self. However, the Rumours today take us elsewhere. Today’s focus is the Boston … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers