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After a full year with no AHL affiliate, the Carolina Hurricanes and AHL’s Chicago Wolves announced the signing of a new three-year NHL/AHL affiliation agreement. The deal will begin next season and run through the

Jim Montgomery and Charlie McAvoy Reflect on Game 5 and Look to Game 6

The Boston Bruins saw history repeat itself in Game 5. With the opportunity to close out the series on home ice, the team lost in heartbreaking fashion. Flipping the script can happen in Game 6,

NHL Rumours: Tampa Bay Lightning and Washington Capitals

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. Some series have already been decided and that means questions about the uncertain future of teams will come to a head. There are a number of unrestricted

Candidates To Become The Chicago Blackhawks captain in 2024

With the Chicago Blackhawks having had a vacant captain role since 2023, let’s look at some names who could fill the role in the 2024 season. The Hawks have obviously been spoiled at captain with

How The Lightning Power Play Let Them Down vs Panthers

Heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Tampa Bay Lightning operated as the league’s best power play (28.6%). With the Bolts outmatched at even strength against the Florida Panthers, capitalizing on special teams was critical to taking down

Toronto Maple Leafs Rocket Richard Winner Updated Status For Game 6

After Matthew Knies extended the series with an overtime winner in Game 5 on Tuesday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs hoped to gain their superstar forward Auston Matthews back for the remainder of the series. However, Head

Tampa Bay Lightning 2024 Potential Off-Season Trade Chips

The 2023-24 season is officially complete for the Tampa Bay Lightning. This past season, the Bolts experienced many milestones and some rough patches. Following the conclusion of round one against the Florida Panthers, the Lightning have decisions

NHL Predictions: May 2 w/ Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs

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