The Penguins continue their western road trip with a game against the Blackhawks. Welcome back to NHL Predictions here on Last Word on Hockey! Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for all the NHL’s games. In today’s game, two non-playoff teams look to provide valuable minutes to players they’ll look to use next season. NHL Predictions Pittsburgh … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 6th Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks
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The Gr8 Chase is Over as Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal 895
Wayne Gretzky holds more records than we have time to discuss. However, one of the main ones that seemed destined to last forever has been broken. This afternoon versus the New York Islanders, Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals has scored his 895th career goal, making him the NHL’s all-time goals leader. (As a side note and props to 99, his 50 in 39 still seems … [Read more...] about The Gr8 Chase is Over as Alex Ovechkin Scores Goal 895
NHL Timeline for Montreal Canadiens Goaltending Prospect Jacob Fowler
The Montreal Canadiens already have some impressive young talent making an impact at the NHL level. We have seen a prime example of this with the play of Lane Hutson in his rookie season. Russian prospect Ivan Demidov also looks to make a sizeable impact next year. However, a player who may be one of the biggest parts of the team’s future just signed a contract with the … [Read more...] about NHL Timeline for Montreal Canadiens Goaltending Prospect Jacob Fowler
Thompson Reaches 40-Goal Mark, Sabres Beat Lightning in Shootout Thriller
The Buffalo Sabres defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 in a shootout as they move to a record of 33-36-6 (72 points). The Lightning couldn’t get the extra point they… … [Read more...] about Thompson Reaches 40-Goal Mark, Sabres Beat Lightning in Shootout Thriller
Alex Ovechkin and Wayne Gretzky are tied at 894 goals. Ovechkin can break the record Sunday
The playoffs are six games away, but the Capitals first want to make sure Ovechkin gets the record all to himself. … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin and Wayne Gretzky are tied at 894 goals. Ovechkin can break the record Sunday