Mikko Rantanen is showing exactly why Dallas was willing to pay such a hefty price to put him the roster. … [Read more...] about Mikko Rantanen and other trade deadline additions are having big impacts on the NHL playoffs
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5 biggest questions heading into the Avalanche offseason
Photo by Michael Martin/NHLI via Getty Images Breaking down the burning questions that must get answered this summer. With the long offseason ahead there will be plenty of time to dissect where the Colorado Avalanche go from here but for now these following five issues loom the largest on the horizon. As always, roster construction and contracts play the biggest part … [Read more...] about 5 biggest questions heading into the Avalanche offseason
Re-Evaluating the Avalanche’s Trade Deadline Decisions After First-Round Exit
With the Colorado Avalanche eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs after their first-round series against the Dallas Stars, we can now evaluate the roster and determine who will return next… … [Read more...] about Re-Evaluating the Avalanche’s Trade Deadline Decisions After First-Round Exit
Ottawa Senators Rumours and What a Claude Giroux Contract Could Look Like
After listening to all the players at the year end media availability, it is time to reflect. One of the main topics of reflection in terms of Ottawa Senator rumours, is if the next contract for Claude Giroux ends up with the Sens. However, to spare you the anticipation, we will just say it. We get a general impression for the situation, that it’s not if, but for how much. … [Read more...] about Ottawa Senators Rumours and What a Claude Giroux Contract Could Look Like
NHL Predictions: Game 2 Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs
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 Florida Panthers taking on the Toronto Maple Leafs in this critical Game 2 of their … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 2 Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs