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The Montreal Canadiens took the next step in their rebuild this season. The young Canadiens roster qualified for the postseason for the first time since 2021. Despite a first-round loss to the Washington Capitals, it was a successful season in Montreal. Now, GM Kent Hughes will have his hands full making the necessary moves to make the roster more competitive and make the … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Players Who Won’t Be On the Roster in 2025-26

Four members of the Vancouver Canucks will represent their countries this year at the 2025 IIHF World Championship. All four players have taken part in the World Championships before, with their experience ranging from one to four other tournaments. Let’s take a look at each participating Canuck and what fans can expect from them.  This Isn’t Drew O’Connor’s First … [Read more...] about Expectations for Canucks at the 2025 IIHF World Championship

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions (Playoffs Edition). 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 Edmonton Oilers taking on the Vegas Golden Knights. Don’t forget to … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions (Playoffs Edition): Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights Game 1

Here at Last Word on Hockey, we will preview and review all of the series from the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. In every series, we aim to deliver at least three articles throughout the series: a preview, a mid-series analysis, and a recap. Today, we shift our focus to the Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights. After dispatching the Kings for a fourth straight postseason, … [Read more...] about Edmonton Oilers vs Vegas Golden Knights 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Second Round Series Preview

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 Carolina Hurricanes taking on the Washington Capitals in this vitally important Game 1 … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 1 Carolina Hurricanes vs Washington Capitals