After missing the entire 2024-25 season due to a back injury, forward T.J. Oshie has made his decision about his future. The 2018 Stanley Cup Champion is retiring from the NHL. Hats off to the man on an incredible journey. Oshie Retires Oshie last played in the 2023-24 season for the Washington Capitals. The first-round pick from 2005 scored 12 goals in 52 games. In nine … [Read more...] about 2018 Stanley Cup Champion and Former US Olympian Retires
The NHL Announces the Winner of the 2025 Jack Adams Award
The results are in and based on performing above expectations, it’s really not all that surprising. The Washington Capitals spent much of the 2024-25 campaign in a race for the Presidents’ Trophy and today head coach Spencer Carbery was rewarded for his team’s performance and was named the 2025 Jack Adams Award recipient. Give credit, where credit is due, and it is widely … [Read more...] about The NHL Announces the Winner of the 2025 Jack Adams Award
Carolina Hurricanes Alexander Nikishin Debuts as Andrei Svechnikov Puts Series Versus Washington Capitals to Bed
After a historic campaign, the Washington Capitals incredible run for Lord Stanley’s Silver Chalice has come to an end. The Carolina Hurricanes will advance to the Eastern Conference finals to face the winner of the Florida Panthers and the Toronto Maple Leafs series. Game 6 of that series goes tonight. The Carolina Hurricanes Advance to the Eastern Conference Final After … [Read more...] about Carolina Hurricanes Alexander Nikishin Debuts as Andrei Svechnikov Puts Series Versus Washington Capitals to Bed
NHL Predictions: Game 4 Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes
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 Carolina Hurricanes in this vital Game 4 of their … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Game 4 Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes
Frederik Andersen’s Shutout Gives Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 Lead Versus Washington Capitals
The Carolina Hurricanes series vs Washington Capitals has been nothing short of entertaining. The series has been a true display of defensive excellence from both teams. Whether it is the D-core, two-way forwards, or the backstops, it has been incredible to spectate for fans of the deeper aspect of the sport aside from just the scores. The rivalry that sprang up in the regular … [Read more...] about Frederik Andersen’s Shutout Gives Carolina Hurricanes 2-1 Lead Versus Washington Capitals