The 2025 NHL Lottery has concluded. We know who will be picking first overall. It is not the San Jose Sharks or Chicago Blackhawks. It is not even the Pittsburgh Penguins. In a shocking turn of events, the New York Islanders have won the lottery and will draft first overall. 2025 NHL Lottery Results HOLY SCHNIKES IS RIGHT pic.twitter.com/Yz7TQ6Kb3O — New York Islanders … [Read more...] about 2025 NHL Lottery Results: Surprise at Number One
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Series Review Washington Capitals Prove too Much for Young Montreal Canadiens
The juggernaut Washington Capitals proved to be too much to handle for a young Montreal Canadiens team. The Capitals, who finished second overall in the regular season, were able to defeat the Canadiens in five games. Their first-round series was a lot closer than it appears on paper, as the Canadiens put up a valiant effort in all five contests. Excluding game 5, all their … [Read more...] about Series Review Washington Capitals Prove too Much for Young Montreal Canadiens
NHL Predictions: April 30 Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Montreal Canadiens taking on the Washington Capitals. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 30 Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals
Montreal Canadiens Climb Back Into the Series Following Wild Game 3
The Montreal Canadiens won their first playoff game since 2021 on Friday night. The Habs’ 6-3 victory over the Washington Capitals at home now sees them trail 2-1 in the series. The Capitals came into the playoff matchup as the heavy favourites after finishing second in the NHL this season. They were able to impose their will physically over Montreal early in the series. The … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Climb Back Into the Series Following Wild Game 3
NHL Predictions: April 27 Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Washington Capitals taking on the Montreal Canadiens. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: April 27 Washington Capitals vs Montreal Canadiens