Last Word On Hockey

Welcome back to NHL Predictions! In their fifth game of 2025, the San Jose Sharks take on one of the top teams in the Western Conference, the Minnesota Wild. Today, like every day, Last Word on Hockey looks at the games happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. Let’s look at the Sharks facing off … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Jan. 11 San Jose Sharks vs. Minnesota Wild

Forward Jake Evans is in the midst of a career year with the Montreal Canadiens. The 28-year-old has been a major part of the team’s resurgence. His ten goals and 23 points in 41 games rank fourth on the team. His defensive play and faceoff ability have also made him one of head coach Martin St. Louis‘ most trusted options. Evans’ contract expires this season and he is due for … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Options with Pending UFA Forward

Just when the year had a promising start, the San Jose Sharks are now facing a rush of injuries. As the Sharks made their way to Utah, a few faces were missing and a few more were making the trip on a questionable status.  With only 38 games left in the season for the Sharks, these injuries could not come at a worse time. The number of injuries coming in at one time is … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Face Uncertainty with Influx of Injuries

NHL teams finding a way to balance experience with youth each year is always a difficult task. For teams making a serious Stanley Cup push, usually experience takes over. Teams in a rebuild usually have a larger youthful contingency. But every team needs both. The Carolina Hurricanes sit more in the former camp. But this doesn’t mean they haven’t been able to give opportunities … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes Young Forward Showing More than Just Making the Team