Last Word on Hockey’s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2024-25 season. As the regular season approaches Last Word will preview each team. We will look at each team’s current outlook and stories to follow for the upcoming year. We’ll also do our best to project how things will go for each team. Today we’re previewing the 2024-25 New York Islanders. 2024-25 New York … [Read more...] about 2024-25 Puck Drop Preview: New York Islanders
Toronto Maple Leafs Goaltending Battle is Closer Than People Think
Over the last few seasons, the Toronto Maple Leafs have dealt with goaltending issues. This season, their tandem is different than before. For the previous two years, the Leafs had Ilya Samsonov as their number-one goaltender for the most part. It wasn’t the greatest run for the Russian goalie, especially this past season. In fact, it was the worst season of his career. In 40 … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Goaltending Battle is Closer Than People Think
Best of the St. Louis Blues by Sweater Number: The Final Nine
Welcome to the final installment of our “Best of the St. Louis Blues by Sweater Number” series. It has been a joy this summer analyzing players, learning new things, and then getting the opportunity to share it with you. To all of you who joined for the ride, thank you. We wrap up the series by looking at the best St. Louis Blue to wear numbers 81-99. Different … [Read more...] about Best of the St. Louis Blues by Sweater Number: The Final Nine
AFC Notes: Josh Allen, Aaron Rodgers, Bills, Jets, Patriots
Bills With the departure of WR Stefon Diggs to Houston, Bills QB Josh Allen saw a drastic role shift as the true leader of this organization. Buffalo HC Sean McDermott doesn’t believe that progression has anything to do with Diggs and believes it was the next step in his development. “People always wanna make it about Stef—it has nothing to do with that,” McDermott said, via … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Josh Allen, Aaron Rodgers, Bills, Jets, Patriots
Buffalo Sabres Sign RFA Forward
The Buffalo Sabres and general manager Kevyn Adams have some news to announce today. Restricted free agent forward Peyton Krebs signs a two-year extension with the club. The deal is for an annual average value of $1.45 million, and is one that works for both club and player. Peyton Krebs Signs Two-Year Contract Extension Peyton Krebs was originally a Vegas Golden Knight draft … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Sign RFA Forward