The Anaheim Ducks have reportedly appointed Joel Quenneville as their new head coach for the 2025–26 NHL season, marking a significant return to the league for the veteran bench boss. The team is set to announce the hiring and hold an introductory press conference later today. This news was broken via The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun. Joel Quenneville will be hired as the Ducks' … [Read more...] about Report: Ducks Hire Joel Quenneville as Head Coach
Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets Second Round 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Series Preview
The second round of the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs is here. Here at Last Word on Hockey, we are dedicated to providing continuous coverage throughout every series. This is our preview of the Western Conference second-round series featuring the Dallas Stars vs the Winnipeg Jets. The two teams fought for supremacy in the Western Conference all season and will get a chance to … [Read more...] about Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets Second Round 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Series Preview
Ottawa Senators Rumours and What a Claude Giroux Contract Could Look Like
After listening to all the players at the year end media availability, it is time to reflect. One of the main topics of reflection in terms of Ottawa Senator rumours, is if the next contract for Claude Giroux ends up with the Sens. However, to spare you the anticipation, we will just say it. We get a general impression for the situation, that it’s not if, but for how much. … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Rumours and What a Claude Giroux Contract Could Look Like
NHL Predictions: Game 2 Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs
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 Toronto Maple Leafs in this critical Game 2 of their … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 2 Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Utah Hockey Club Unveils Mammoth as Team’s Permanent Identity
It is finally official, the Utah Hockey Club is no more. After a yearlong process, the team announced Wednesday morning that the new name and identity for the franchise is the Utah Mammoth. It is named after the large animal that last roamed during the Ice Age thousands of years ago. Utah Hockey Club Releases Mammoth as Team’s New Identity It has been a long time coming for … [Read more...] about Utah Hockey Club Unveils Mammoth as Team’s Permanent Identity