For the first time in the Auston Matthews era, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves sitting dead last in the Eastern Conference after Buffalo’s 4–1 win over Carolina bumped them down yet again. It’s fair to say the Leafs have hit rock bottom. Through 22 games, they sit at 9-10-3 with just 21 points per start, a start nobody in Toronto saw coming. The one saving grace? … [Read more...] about Early-Season Struggles Push Toronto Maple Leafs to Last Place
Today in Hockey History: November 24
Normally we’d be in the midst of starting up another hockey season now, but we’re in a different world. Last Word on Hockey is still going to look back at each date’s historical significance to the game. We’ll remember the moments that shaped the sport of hockey that happened on this day. Here’s our look at this date in hockey history for November 24th, featuring Scotty … [Read more...] about Today in Hockey History: November 24
Alexandre Texier’s Potential Impact with the Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens acquired yet another Francophone on Sunday. However, this player hails from France, not Quebec. Montreal signed forward Alexandre Texier to a one-year deal after St. Louis terminated his contract. Alexandre Texier is a former second-round pick by the Columbus Blue Jackets. Despite this, he’s never carved out a consistent role at the NHL level. Still, with … [Read more...] about Alexandre Texier’s Potential Impact with the Montreal Canadiens
NHL Predictions: November 26 Vancouver Canucks vs Anaheim Ducks
Welcome back to another edition of 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. This edition features the Anaheim Ducks taking on the Vancouver Canucks. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: November 26 Vancouver Canucks vs Anaheim Ducks
Anaheim Ducks Quarter Season Analysis Shows a Team Ahead of Schedule
The Anaheim Ducks spent the first month of the season equally torching both scoreboards and expectations. They sit atop the Pacific Division after roughly the first quarter of the season, which is something no one had penciled into a pre-season projection. Their early surge has forced the NHL to have a different conversation about them. It is not whether the Ducks are improved. … [Read more...] about Anaheim Ducks Quarter Season Analysis Shows a Team Ahead of Schedule