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Welcome to NHL Predictions! The Stanley Cup Playoffs continue with four games of action this Thursday. We are looking at a pivotal Game 3 in the Western Conference. One team looks to take a commanding 3-0 lead, while the other looks to get back in the series on home ice. The St. Louis Blues are hosting the Winnipeg Jets.  NHL Predictions Game 3: St. Louis Blues vs. Winnipeg … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 3 St. Louis Blues Vs. Winnipeg Jets

After falling far short of expectations, the Seattle Kraken decided to make some changes. On Monday, they announced they’re moving on from Dan Bylsma, after only one year behind the bench. This means that the Kraken will be looking for their third head coach in their five-year history. The #SeaKraken have announced that head coach Dan Bylsma has been relieved of his … [Read more...] about Seattle Kraken Move On From Dan Bylsma

Welcome back to NHL Predictions, this time it is our 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs preview, where we break down matchups, analyze trends, and pretend we aren’t just flipping coins and calling it “advanced analytics.” This year’s Sunshine State Showdown brings us a sizzler, the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers. It’s palm trees versus storm clouds, retirees versus beach … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Playoff Series Preview with Tampa Bay Lightning vs Florida Panthers

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 Ottawa Senators taking on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 22 Ottawa Senators vs Toronto Maple Leafs

It’s the end of an era on Long Island, as New York Islanders ownership announced sweeping changes. The Islanders’ president of hockey operations and general manager, Lou Lamoriello, was fired. Although Lamoriello has done a lot for the franchise, this is music to every Islanders fan’s ears. Here is how this move impacts the Islanders and why it’s bittersweet for them. Lou … [Read more...] about New York Islanders Shake Things Up Major Front-Office Firing