Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how games may play out. For this edition, we’ll look at the Tampa Bay Lightning hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs at Amalie Arena. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025–26 … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions for February 25th, Tampa Bay Lightning vs Toronto Maple Leafs
After Injury at Olympics, an Update on Penguins Sidney Crosby’s Status
Today we see some more of the unfortunate part of extra hockey. Of course we get more goals, more saves, more bone-jarring hits, more champions, but we will also get…more injuries. The Pittsburgh Penguins released an update on the status of their captain today. Sidney Crosby, who had also been captain for Team Canada at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, will miss a … [Read more...] about After Injury at Olympics, an Update on Penguins Sidney Crosby’s Status
The Dallas Stars Will Be Without their Big Finnish Star for a Bit
The Dallas Stars have a little bit of somewhat expected news to announce today coming off the NHL’s break for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Their star forward, who represented Finland at the Olympic Games, Mikko Rantanen, has an injury that will see him miss some action. Let’s discuss the details and how it might impact Dallas. Glen Gulutzan said Mikko Rantanen will … [Read more...] about The Dallas Stars Will Be Without their Big Finnish Star for a Bit
Pittsburgh Penguins and Colorado Avalanche Swap Veteran Defencemen
The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired Samuel Girard and a 2028 second-round pick from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for Brett Kulak, the teams announced on Tuesday. Furthermore, no salary is being retained in the transaction. We have acquired Brett Kulak from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Samuel Girard and a 2nd round pick in 2028 NHL Draft. … [Read more...] about Pittsburgh Penguins and Colorado Avalanche Swap Veteran Defencemen
USA Hockey’s Gold Medal Win By the Numbers
USA Hockey won the gold medal over Canada in one of the most thrilling games in recent memory. The Americans edged the Canadians, 2-1, in overtime at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. This was the Americans first gold medal in men’s hockey in nearly a half-century. It was a historic victory for the United States, and we break down the numbers behind the win. USA Hockey: … [Read more...] about USA Hockey’s Gold Medal Win By the Numbers