Last Word On Hockey

A versatile depth forward has a new contract. Today Mason Appleton signs a shiny new deal with the Detroit Red Wings. This is a great business-as-usual type move, and provides the message that this team will make the moves to get things done. The contract is for two seasons with a total value of $5.8 million. This works out to an average salary cap hit of $2.9 million and will … [Read more...] about Great, Versatile Forward Signs a New Deal

As the Colorado Avalanche look to maintain a Stanley Cup-contending team, a key defenceman is joining the team. Veteran Brent Burns is joining the Avs on a one-year contract. Burns Signs with the Avalanche We have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Brent Burns. pic.twitter.com/UNtkSPSmFq — Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) July 3, 2025 Burns has played with the Carolina … [Read more...] about Colorado Avalanche Sign Key Defenceman

The hockey world is mourning the passing of one of its most respected legends. Hall of Famer Alex Delvecchio died peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the age of 93. Surrounded by family, the longtime Detroit Red Wings great leaves behind an enduring legacy that stretches far beyond the rink. Delvecchio’s name is etched deep into the history of the National Hockey League and … [Read more...] about Hockey World Mourns the Loss of Red Wings Legend Alex Delvecchio

The Tampa Bay Lightning made a little splash today with some news. They announce that they have signed a good, young player, taking him off the free agent market. Jakob Pelletier, signs with the organization. The 24-year-old has 86 NHL games under his belt. It is a three-year contract, with the first season being a two-way deal, but the last two years are one-way. The salaries … [Read more...] about The Tampa Bay Lightning Went Fishing in the Free Agent Pond and Found Forward