Tyler Stephenson was one of the bright spots of a tepid Reds offense that contributed to them finishing 62-100 and securing their first 100-loss season since 1982. The trouble was the Reds only called upon Stephenson in 50 games last year, and getting a full season out of their young catcher will be a huge boost to their lineup in 2023 and beyond. As Bobby Nightengale of the … [Read more...] about Quick Hits: Stephenson, Meneses, Oakland
Red Sox, Marlins Swap Matt Barnes For Richard Bleier
4:05pm: Both teams have now announced the trade. 1:16pm: The Red Sox are trading right-handed reliever Matt Barnes to the Marlins, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Left-handed reliever Richard Bleier is headed to Boston in return, according to Craig Mish of SportsGrid. Miami will also receive cash considerations on top of this player-for-player swap, per Jordan McPherson … [Read more...] about Red Sox, Marlins Swap Matt Barnes For Richard Bleier
Fantasy Hockey 2022-23 Week 17, Part 1: Studs, Duds, and Sleepers
Every Monday, Last Word on Hockey will survey the Fantasy Hockey landscape and select a handful of players to assist in your weekly match. We will attempt to select “Studs” who may be available in your league as opposed to those who we know are already owned by other teams. The “Duds” will most certainly be taken and will serve as a warning when you have “who do I start/sit” … [Read more...] about Fantasy Hockey 2022-23 Week 17, Part 1: Studs, Duds, and Sleepers
NHL Rumours: Ottawa Senators Goaltender Becoming Trade Deadline Option
Welcome back to NHL Rumours. Each day, we break down the latest taking place in the NHL. As the NHL Trade Deadline creeps closer, this is tons of daily content. So be sure to check back here every day for more! Today’s NHL rumours focus on an Ottawa Senators goaltender gaining some trade interest around the league. Ottawa Senators Goaltender May be on Move Rumour: David … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Ottawa Senators Goaltender Becoming Trade Deadline Option
NHL Predictions: January 30th with St Louis Blues vs Winnipeg Jets
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is between the St. Louis Blues and the Winnipeg Jets. Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 30th with St Louis Blues vs Winnipeg Jets
NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Winger Drawing Interest
It’s time for another helping of NHL rumours to start your work week. There are plenty of names that are being bandied about for the March 3 trade deadline. One team that is a kind of no man’s land is the Philadelphia Flyers. This team is trapped between getting a shot at Connor Bedard and a Stanley Cup Playoffs spot. One player that could be dealt is James van Riemsdyk. … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Philadelphia Flyers Winger Drawing Interest
Arizona Coyotes All Star Going Under the Radar
With the All-Star break right around the corner, the Arizona Coyotes have a player that seems to have been going under the radar. This is none other than Clayton Keller. He was drafted with the seventh overall pick in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft by the Coyotes. Since putting on a Coyotes jersey, Keller has been a fan favourite in the desert. In the 2021-22 campaign, we saw Keller … [Read more...] about Arizona Coyotes All Star Going Under the Radar
MLB The Show ’23 cover athlete is Marlins’ Jazz Chisholm
MIAMI (AP) — Jazz Chisholm Jr., the Miami Marlins’ euro-stepping, home-run blasting all-star, has goals beyond his impressive stats. With every stolen base and acrobatic catch, Chisholm hopes to have an impact on the next generation of players.“I had Ken Griffey Jr., who was a real idol to a lot of guys all over,†Chisholm said in … [Read more...] about MLB The Show ’23 cover athlete is Marlins’ Jazz Chisholm
Classic Dolphins: Vic Fangio not officially signed is hilariously frightening
There we were. It was right before the conference championship games and the news started hitting the interweb that dynamite defensive mind, Vic Fangio, was going to be the next defensive coordinator of the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins couldn’t win anything yesterday, but bringing in a defensive coach, who has many accolades coaching defense as […] Classic Dolphins: Vic Fangio … [Read more...] about Classic Dolphins: Vic Fangio not officially signed is hilariously frightening