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It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re in the dog days of August, but there’s still plenty to talk about. Training camps are slated to start in September and that means trying to figure out what they’ll have to start the season. A number of players fought through the pain in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. That could mean some players might not be ready for the start of … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Status of Florida Panthers Star for Start of Season

The Pittsburgh Penguins are set to have some representation at the 2026 Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo Winter Olympics from Italy. The men’s hockey tournament is scheduled for February 11th to February 22nd, 2026. The NHL will take centre stage at this event, returning to the Olympics for the first time since 2014. Among the notable names we’ll see from Pittsburgh, Sidney Crosby and … [Read more...] about Projecting Pittsburgh Penguins Olympics Representation in 2026

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re still a few weeks away from the start of training camp. However, general managers still have plenty to do before the start of the season. Some major names are eligible contract extensions. However, it’s been slow-going for these big-time deals. There’s still time for the talks to wrap up. However, GMs don’t want to leave things … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Connor McDavid Extension Talks

Check out this NHL signing as the Toronto Maple Leafs re-sign Nicholas Robertson. A young forward looks to carve out a bigger role next season. Welcome back to another edition of NHL signing news here at Last Word on Sports. Each time a team makes a notable signing, our writers provide analysis, context, and what it means going forward. Today’s story focuses on Nick Robertson … [Read more...] about Toronto Maple Leafs Avoid Arbitration Case

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re heading into August, but there’s still plenty of hot stove chatter. There may not be a lot of signing going on in terms of signings. However, general managers are working hard behind the scenes to figure out putting together their best possible rosters. The upcoming 2025-26 season is on everyone’s minds, but teams are always … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Update on Kirill Kaprizov Extension Talks