Just why are the Senators such as Dr. Jekyll, Mr. Hyde team when it comes to home versus road games? This seems to show just how dependent head coach Travis Green‘s systems and strategies are on the matchup game. But can it really be that important or are we missing something? Let’s take a dive in and try to figure it out. The Ottawa Senators Are Poor on the Road The Sens are … [Read more...] about The Ottawa Senators Road Woes Won’t Go Away
NHL Predictions: Nov. 6 w/ Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers
Welcome back to the return 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 matchups 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 Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers. … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 6 w/ Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers
Calgary Flames Responding to Their Coach’s Early Messages
When a team is openly in the midst of a rebuild there are certain concerns you have to worry about. Will veteran players be engaged and willing to stick it out? Will the team quit when they fall behind? How can you keep players engaged if you fall behind in the standings? How can you avoid developing a losing culture? So far, the Calgary Flames have avoided any signs of these … [Read more...] about Calgary Flames Responding to Their Coach’s Early Messages
Patience Pays Off For Toronto Maple Leafs Special Teams
In this first quarter of the NHL season, the Toronto Maple Leafs have struggled on the power play. Furthermore, Toronto has spent days as the worst power play in the entire league. In Toronto’s first 12 games of the season, they scored just three power-play goals. Although, in the last few games, it seems that the power play has been improving. In the last four games or so, … [Read more...] about Patience Pays Off For Toronto Maple Leafs Special Teams
Exploring Whether There’s a Controversy Looming in the Anaheim Ducks Net
The Anaheim Ducks are in a season of transformation, and while the spotlight often shines on the young forwards and defencemen carrying this rebuilding effort, a new story is unfolding with their goalies. Lukas Dostal, the 24-year-old Czechia goaltender, has been a revelation. He’s stepped up as the Ducks’ primary goalie in the absence of long-time franchise stalwart John … [Read more...] about Exploring Whether There’s a Controversy Looming in the Anaheim Ducks Net