Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s Summer series looks at these defining moments. Today we feature the biggest defining moment of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Top Columbus Blue … [Read more...] about Top Columbus Blue Jackets Defining Moments
The Ottawa Senators Defence Free Agents, Trades, and Other Changes
We said it was coming, and for those who waited, it has finally arrived. When we did the previous story on the forwards, we said we’d bring you the other side of the puck. Today, here it is. We will summarize the Ottawa Senators free agents and trades on defence and for goalies, and our analysis on whether they will fair better in 2025-26 than they did in 2024-25. What Will the … [Read more...] about The Ottawa Senators Defence Free Agents, Trades, and Other Changes
Trades Create Questions for Pittsburgh Penguins Defensive Structure
Heading into a rebuilding season, the Pittsburgh Penguins have made numerous moves to restructure the defence of the team. Pittsburgh finished the 2024-25 season 24th in the league’s overall standings, coming away with the 11th overall pick in the Entry Draft. The team was also responsible for the third-most goals allowed in the league with 293. With an atrocious defensive … [Read more...] about Trades Create Questions for Pittsburgh Penguins Defensive Structure
Top Chicago Blackhawks Defining Moments in Franchise History
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come. Last Word on Hockey’s Summer series looks at these defining moments. Today we feature the biggest defining moment of the Chicago Blackhawks. Top Chicago Blackhawks … [Read more...] about Top Chicago Blackhawks Defining Moments in Franchise History
Montreal Canadiens Potential Trade Options at Centre
Heading into the summer, the Montreal Canadiens had a clear hole at centre ice. Behind captain Nick Suzuki, they are weak down the middle, especially after the loss of Christian Dvorak in free agency. Jake Evans is a reliable fourth-line pivot, but after him, there are a lot of question marks at centre. Kirby Dach is currently projected to lead the team’s second line. However, … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Potential Trade Options at Centre