It wasn’t always pretty. In fact, it almost never was. But when playing on the road in the Stanley Cup Playoffs against a team that likes to grind it out,… … [Read more...] about Canucks Survive Game 3 With 2-1 Win, Take 2-1 Series Lead
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Nashville Predators 1, Vancouver Canucks 2: Special teams fail in key L
Your Game 3 recap is here, y’all! CATFISH ARE FLYING!!!!! It’s time for playoff hockey in Nashville, y’all. As predicted, Ryan O’Reilly and squad surely got the pucks on net early in the first period. With a broken Canucks stick, it looked like the Preds would knock one in early. Fisticuffs flew, however, after a bad boarding by Dakota Joshua, and Nashville was awarded an … [Read more...] about Nashville Predators 1, Vancouver Canucks 2: Special teams fail in key L
Jakob Chychrun and Whether or Not He Deserves a Big Contract
The Ottawa Senators have some decisions to make in the offseason and one of them is the contract status of defenceman Jakob Chychrun. In terms of a sell-high philosophy, it might be the best time to trade him. However, as General Manager Steve Staios was alluding to in his end of season press conference, now is more of a time of self-reflection. That is what he asked his … [Read more...] about Jakob Chychrun and Whether or Not He Deserves a Big Contract
Hurricanes Top to Bottom Strength Showing vs Islanders in First Round
The first-round matchup of the Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders has started off with a mix of excitement and expected play. There were some notable individual performances but what this series has shown so far is Carolina’s strength throughout the depth of its lineup and next man-up ability. Everyone Driving, No Passengers for Hurricanes vs the Islanders In this … [Read more...] about Hurricanes Top to Bottom Strength Showing vs Islanders in First Round
NHL Predictions: April 26 w/ Vancouver Canucks vs Nashville Predators
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Vancouver Canucks vs Nashville Predators. Be sure … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 26 w/ Vancouver Canucks vs Nashville Predators