Last Word On Hockey

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 statistics, then makes predictions based on how they might unfold. For this edition, a rivalry renews in the Central Division. The St. Louis Blues play the Chicago Blackhawks in St. … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: October 15 St. Louis Blues Vs. Chicago Blackhawks

Some things are bigger than hockey. And this is one of those cases. Chicago Blackhawks’ captain Nick Foligno will be taking a brief leave of absence from the team and hockey as he deals with a close family matter. Foligno Taking Brief Leave According to a team statement, his daughter will undergo a follow-up surgery for a congenital heart disease. The Blackhawks and Foligno … [Read more...] about Blackhawks’ Forward to Go On Leave of Absence for Family Matter

On Wednesday, the St. Louis Blues and Chicago Blackhawks meet for the first time this season. The rivalry that ignited during the late 1980s will be renewed. While the teams are in different places in terms of contending, Blues/Blackhawks games are always must-watch. In honour of a rivalry renewed, we are going to take a look at the top five moments in the rivalry’s … [Read more...] about Top-Five Moments of the St. Louis Blues/Chicago Blackhawks Rivalry

The 2018 NHL draft is less than two weeks away. The Chicago Blackhawks are preparing to draft four times in the first three rounds with some of the highest picks in years. After last seasons huge disappointment, the Blackhawks must draft well to compete in the Western Conference playoff picture next season.  Draft Targets – Part 5 Over the last few weeks, we’ve covered the … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Draft Targets – Part 5

The 2018 NHL draft is less than a week away on June 22nd and 23rd. The Chicago Blackhawks are preparing for the draft looking to get some immediate help for their storied franchise after a disastrous 2017-18 season. They currently have the eighth overall pick this year, one of their highest picks in years. They have four picks in the first three rounds, and eight picks total. … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Draft Targets – Part 6