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Welcome to another edition of NHL rumours. The offseason has begun for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and not just for players. Teams have requested to speak with two staff members of the Maple Leafs. President of hockey operations Brendan Shanahan and associate coach Lane Lambert could be moving on from their respective roles with Toronto. Shanahan And Lambert With One Foot Out The … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Toronto Maple Leafs Give Permission For Teams To Speak With Two Members Of Staff

Over the past two decades, the NHL has undergone a series of significant rule changes aimed at increasing game speed, enhancing player safety, and improving the overall entertainment value for fans. These changes have not only altered the way the game is played but have also shaped the league’s competitive landscape. Back in 2019, we came up with a list of rule changes we at … [Read more...] about Guide to NHL Rule Changes in the Last 20 Years

Connor McDavid’s rise to hockey superstardom is the story of an extraordinary talent shaped by relentless passion, family support, and a drive for excellence that began almost as soon as he could walk. Before he became the face of the NHL, McDavid’s journey through youth hockey was marked by remarkable skill, early challenges, and an unwavering commitment to his craft. How … [Read more...] about Connor McDavid: The Making of the NHL’s Hockey Prodigy

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Florida Panthers taking on the Carolina Hurricanes in this series-opening Game 2 of … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 2 Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes

Fans of the game are quick to tell anyone who will listen that winning the NHL Stanley Cup is the most difficult professional trophy to win. And they have a point. Today, we take a look back at some of Stanley Cup’s finest moments, more memorable records, and then some random things we put in there to keep you on our toes. Some are easy, some challenging, and a few nearly … [Read more...] about NHL Stanley Cup Trivia and Facts for a Hockey Games Night