The Rockies announced the hiring of Jeff Pickler as bench coach. Thomas Harding of MLB.com reported the move before the club announcement. Pickler, who turns 50 in January, worked as game-planning/outfield coach with the Reds from 2019-24. He’d worked under skipper David Bell during that time but was not retained when Cincinnati hired Terry Francona. Before his time in … [Read more...] about Rockies Hire Jeff Pickler As Bench Coach
Projected Lineups for Jets vs Avalanche – 12/19/25
The Winnipeg Jets take on the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. JETS (15-16-2) at AVALANCHE (24-2-7) 9 p.m. ET;… … [Read more...] about Projected Lineups for Jets vs Avalanche – 12/19/25
NHL Predictions: Dec 19 Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers
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 Carolina Hurricanes taking on the Florida Panthers. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Dec 19 Carolina Hurricanes vs Florida Panthers
Olympics and NHL Rumours and the Last Shot at Team Canada Selection
The Team Canada management brass had a meeting Thursday evening to discuss the, always controversial, final Team Canada roster spots. Welcome to today’s Olympics and NHL Rumours, with us here at Last Word On Hockey. As we prepare for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics Team Canada men’s hockey roster announcement planned for December 31st, there’s still a few spots … [Read more...] about Olympics and NHL Rumours and the Last Shot at Team Canada Selection
Jokic puts decisive end to ‘best passing big man’ argument
As if there was any doubt, Nikola Jokic ended the 'greatest passing big man' debate once and for all. … [Read more...] about Jokic puts decisive end to ‘best passing big man’ argument