The Carolina Hurricanes got some devastating injury news on Monday afternoon. The club placed goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov on injured reserve with a lower-body injury. However, this move was no run-of-the-mill transaction for the Hurricanes. The move revealed Kochetkov will be out for the remainder of the season. The Canes reported coach Rod Brind’Amour’s comments as: “He didn’t … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes Get the Injury News They Did Not Want to Hear
Columbus Blue Jackets Move Disgruntled Forward to Pittsburgh Penguins
The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded their 2021 first-round pick, forward Yegor Chinakhov, to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Danton Heinen and a couple of draft picks. The picks include a 2026 second rounder, that originally belonged to St. Louis and a 2027 third-round pick that previously was owned by Washington. Moreover, Chinakhov, the former 21st overall pick in … [Read more...] about Columbus Blue Jackets Move Disgruntled Forward to Pittsburgh Penguins
Ottawa Senators Goaltending Will Be Away from the Club
The Ottawa Senators have some disappointing news to report today, but we do hope that in the long run, all is well, that ends well. It isn’t an injury, but Sens goaltender Linus Ullmark is taking a leave of absence from the club. The news comes a day after the Sens returned to action, following the short Christmas-time break. Ottawa Senator Goaltender Linus Ullmark Takes a … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Goaltending Will Be Away from the Club
NHL Predictions: December 28th, Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks
The Blackhawks host the Penguins coming out of the holiday break. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here with Last Word On Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for games around the NHL. In tonight’s matchup, Chicago looks to snap a six-game losing streak against a struggling Pittsburgh squad. NHL Predictions: Chicago Blackhawks vs … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 28th, Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks
Tampa Bay Lightning Extend D-Man on 8-year, $54M Deal: Reports
With the NHL heading back on the ice following the Christmas break, news here at Last Word On Hockey is beginning to trickle in regarding major moves. In particular, reports that J.J. Moser signs a massive extension with the Tampa Bay Lightning hit the news cycle leading up to today’s game against the rival Florida Panthers. J.J. Moser Signs Extension with Tampa Bay Lightning … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Lightning Extend D-Man on 8-year, $54M Deal: Reports