Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours from the crew at Last Word on Hockey. August is inching closer to an end, and teams are gearing up for training camp. While some teams are trying to put to finishing touches on their rosters prior to camp, other teams are focusing on the future. In this rumour segment, we focus on the contract talks between Lane Hutson and the … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Lane Hutson Contract Talks with the Montreal Canadiens
Veteran Forward Signs With Defending Cup Champs
Veteran forward Luke Kunin signs a one-year deal with the Florida Panthers. Kunin split last season with San Jose and Columbus. Through 75 games with the two clubs, Kunin scored 11 goals and 18 points, all with the Sharks. A former first-round pick of the Minnesota Wild in 2015, Kunin provides solid depth in the organization’s bottom six. The contract comes in at $775K. Luke … [Read more...] about Veteran Forward Signs With Defending Cup Champs
Florida Panthers Will Be Without Star Until January
Matthew Tkachuk will miss the start of the 2025-26 season following surgery over the summer. The timetable for his return is unclear, but it appears the forward will be out until at least January. Tkachuk Undergoes Surgery; Will Miss Start of Season Can confirm Matthew Tkachuk underwent surgery a few weeks ago and will miss the start of the season. Timeline is unclear, but he … [Read more...] about Florida Panthers Will Be Without Star Until January
Chicago Blackhawks Sign Young Star to Massive Extension
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed one of their young, potential superstar forwards to a new deal. No, not Connor Bedard, it is Frank Nazar that signs a new contract extension with the club today. The deal is for seven years, and carries an average annual value of a little less than $6.6 million. Furthermore, he was still under contract for the 2025-26 Season. His entry-level … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Sign Young Star to Massive Extension
Swedish Sniper Signs with Colorado Avalanche
Making news today is someone with a strong wrist-shot. Victor Olofsson has signed a new deal today with the Colorado Avalanche. He’s a great add to many teams, and this is no exception. According to PuckPedia, it’s a one-year deal for $1.575 million. Victor Olofsson, signed with COL, is a veteran scoring winger. Spent literally his entire career as a perimeter one-timer … [Read more...] about Swedish Sniper Signs with Colorado Avalanche