The Ottawa Senators continue to struggle defensively, in particular on the penalty kill. Fortunately, last night they were more disciplined against the New York Rangers, but some costly turnovers or poor decisions were to fault. The previous game against the Montreal Canadiens, the Habs were 2/3 on the man advantage. As of writing, the Sens possess the 31st ranked penalty kill, … [Read more...] about Defensively the Ottawa Senators Struggled and We Focus on the Penalty Kill
Tampa Bay Lightning Defenceman Signs Extension
The Tampa Bay Lightning announced they have come to terms and re-signed defenceman Ryan McDonagh to a three-year, $12.3 million contract extension. The deal will carry a $4.1M average annual value salary cap hit. The Lightning have corrected things after having a rough start to the year. The Lightning have picked it up over the month of November and now sit in first place in … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Lightning Defenceman Signs Extension
History of a Series – Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins 2014 Playoffs
When the Pittsburgh Penguins and Columbus Blue Jackets locked horns on April 4,the prevailing feeling was the game would serve as a preview for a first round playoff series between the two teams. It did. Although, the scoreboard read 4-1 for the Penguins, the Blue Jackets dominated for durations of play. They had the Penguins pinned in the defensive zone for extended periods of … [Read more...] about History of a Series – Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Pittsburgh Penguins 2014 Playoffs
NHL Predictions: December 4th Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning
The Penguins take on the Lightning in a Thursday night matchup. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here on Last Word On Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL’s games. In tonight’s matchup, Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay battle for a crucial two points. NHL Predictions Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning Head-to-Head: Lightning 0-0 … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: December 4th Pittsburgh Penguins vs Tampa Bay Lightning
Veteran Dallas Stars Forward Out With a Tough Injury
The Dallas Stars will be without one of their most skilled veterans, scratch that, one of the league’s most talented vets. The news today is that forward Tyler Seguin has an ACL injury. Even though there’s not necessarily anything concrete, but the thinking is this injury will keep him out for some time. Let’s figure out what this means for Seguin and the rest of the Stars … [Read more...] about Veteran Dallas Stars Forward Out With a Tough Injury