A restricted free agent goalie has a new deal, thus avoiding salary arbitration. News emerged that Arvid Soderblom has agreed to a new contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks. This deal is for two years and is for $5.5 million. The agreement has an average salary cap hit of $2.75 million and runs through the end of the 2026-27 season. Chicago and Arvid Soderblom avoid … [Read more...] about RFA Goalie Gets New Contract and Avoids Arbitration in Process
NHL Rumours: Pair of Chicago Blackhawks Draw Trade Interest
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re deep into the summer, but there is still plenty of chatter. Signings have been made. However, there could still be a number of trades that could take place before the season starts. Teams have tough choices to make in order to improve their rosters. Some clubs want to gain more assets and that means some deals may need to … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Pair of Chicago Blackhawks Draw Trade Interest
Five Players Acquitted in Sexual Assault Case
On Thursday, five former NHL players were acquitted on charges of sexual assault. Carter Hart, Dillon Dube, Alex Formenton, Michael McLeod, and Callan Foote were acquitted by Justice Maria Carroccia. Five Players Acquitted Breaking: Justice Maria Carroccia has acquitted five former #NHL players – Carter Hart, Dillon Dubé, Alex Formenton, Michael McLeod and Cal Foote – today on … [Read more...] about Five Players Acquitted in Sexual Assault Case
NHL Rumours: The Oilers Have Sights Set on Top-Six Scorer
Welcome back to the middle of July editions of NHL Rumours with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Today we try to summarize some of what’s been happening, but we will focus on the Edmonton Oilers situation. So, let’s get into it. NHL Rumours: The Edmonton Oilers in Search of an Addition Rumour: The rumour man, David Pagnotta, dropped in to have a chat on the Podcast of Hello … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: The Oilers Have Sights Set on Top-Six Scorer
Why the Canadiens are the Atlantic Division’s Newest Powerhouse
When we look back at the 2024-25 season, the Montreal Canadiens were the biggest surprise team in the NHL. Having finished bottom-5 in the previous three campaigns, most pegged the Canadiens to be in that vicinity once more. However, players and management had a distinct goal of being in the mix for the playoffs. They were able to surpass even their expectations and qualify for … [Read more...] about Why the Canadiens are the Atlantic Division’s Newest Powerhouse