Welcome back to 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.

"I'm absolutely humbled to be the first GM of this franchise," Francis said. "This is going to be a fantastic opportunity. We have a blank canvas. Sure, it's a daunting task and a lot of work but it's a unique challenge that you don't get every day ...

View post: New York Knicks at Los Angeles Lakers: Odds, Injury Updates, How to Watch and More This is his fourth NHL season. He will one more-year remaining on his contract until Wright will become a restricted free agent. It may appear as if Wright may ...

David Pagnotta: Teams are calling the Seattle Kraken about pending UFA forward Eeli Tolvanen. They are focused on getting into the playoffs and are looking to add. If they do move Tolvanen, or any of their other pending UFAs, it would have to be because somebody overpaid.