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A key part of the Vancouver Canucks defensive core signs a contract extension as defender Derek Forbort inks a one-year contract, worth $2 million. An NHL veteran of a decade, Forbort has brought experience to a Canucks lineup that is still relatively young. The Canucks defender’s re-signing is sure to bring stability to a defensive core that may be filled with youth come the … [Read more...] about Vancouver Canucks Re-Sign Reliable Defender

Welcome to NHL Rumours! We are just over 24 hours away from the start of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Yet, our rumour today is about a team who got close to the Final, but fell just short in the Western Conference Final. Our rumour looks at the Dallas Stars, who might be dealing with tensions between head coach Pete DeBoer and the players. NHL Rumours Tensions in the Dallas … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Tensions in the Dallas Locker Room

Despite trade speculations, Noah Cates is here to stay, earning an extension this morning with the Philadelphia Flyers for four years at a $4 million AAV. Similar to Tyson Foerster’s recent extension, Cates’ contract also seems to be a bridge deal, with two extra years. As one of the Flyers’ most important centremen last season, this contract should solidify his role in their … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Flyers Extend Depth Centre

The Tampa Bay Lightning have locked down a fan favourite for the next few seasons. News emerged on Monday that the Lightning have signed Yanni Gourde to an extension. The deal is a six-year pact with a total value of $13.98 million. This deal has an average cap hit of $2.33 million per season runs until the end of the 2030-31 season. Yanni Gourde 6 year $2.33M Cap Hit #Bolts … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Lightning Re-Sign Fan Favourite

ittWelcome to your 2025 NHL Entry Draft Headquarters right here at Last Word On Sports and Top Shelf Prospects. We have you covered with everything you will need to be ready for the big event. This year’s draft is set to take place on June 27th and 28th live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles California. Today we bring you our Jack Nesbitt Scouting Report. Each day, LWOH … [Read more...] about Jack Nesbitt Scouting Report: 2025 NHL Draft #19