Michael Rifkin

Winging It

By Mike Rifkin When the Rangers were eliminated by the Florida Panthers, one thing became crystal clear, they needed a top line right winger to play with Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider. At his end of season press conference GM Chris Drury discussed looking at internal and external options to play the right side, soContinue reading “Winging It”

WHAT COMES NEXT: DALLAS STARS STATEMENT ADDRESS

BY MIKE RIFKIN The Dallas Stars were the best team in Western Conference and have a very bright future ahead of them. The Stars were ousted by the Oilers in the Western Conference Final in their second straight trip there. For Dallas having the top seed in the West was not a gift at allContinue reading “WHAT COMES NEXT: DALLAS STARS STATEMENT ADDRESS”

2024 Stanley Cup Final Preview: Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers

By Nate Moser The 2024 Stanley Cup Final matchup is set, and Game 1 is almost here. It is a clash between the Florida Panthers, who are making their second straight Cup Final appearance after losing last postseason to the Vegas Golden Knights. It is the third Cup Final appearance overall for the franchise andContinue reading “2024 Stanley Cup Final Preview: Florida Panthers vs. Edmonton Oilers”

The Pressure Is On, Sabres Need to Break Playoff Drought Under Ruff, Adams

BY Nate Moser April 26, 2011, was the last time the Buffalo Sabres played in an NHL postseason game. It was a Game 7 against the Philadelphia Flyers, and the final score was 5-2 Flyers. The only two goals that the Sabres mustered for that series-deciding clash were from defenseman Tyler Myers and veteran forwardContinue reading “The Pressure Is On, Sabres Need to Break Playoff Drought Under Ruff, Adams”

Long Term vs Short Term

By Mike Rifkin To describe the New York Mets first half of the season it’s been a roller coaster ride. Since he took over the franchise Steve Cohen has discussed making the Mets into an east coast version of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Last year’s trade deadline Steve Cohen used his big wallet to eatContinue reading “Long Term vs Short Term”

What Comes Next : New York Rangers (RIFKIN STATEMENT ADDRESS)

By : Mike Rifkin The New York Rangers set a franchise record with 55 wins and 114 points and won the franchises first Presidents’ Trophy since 2014-15. The Rangers swept the Washington Capitals in the first round, dispatched of the Carolina Hurricanes in six games, before losing to the Florida Panthers in six games inContinue reading “What Comes Next : New York Rangers (RIFKIN STATEMENT ADDRESS)”

ALL ABOUT THE JEFFERSONS

BY MIKE RIFKIN On Monday one of the biggest NFL offseason questions was answered. The Vikings and ALL -Pro Receiver Justin Jefferson agreed to a four year 140 million dollar contract with 110 million dollars in guaranteed money. With this deal Jefferson becomes the highest paid receiver in the NFL, but also the highest paidContinue reading “ALL ABOUT THE JEFFERSONS”

NO SHOW

BY MIKE RIFKIN For the second time in three seasons the New York Rangers were eliminated by a team from Florida in the Eastern Conference Final. The Rangers lost game six 2-1 at the hands of the Florida Panthers, ending their season. The Rangers won the Presidents’ Trophy and set a franchise record with 114Continue reading “NO SHOW”

Houston We Have A New AFC Threat

By Nathan Moser For the last few years, the top of the AFC remains intact. The Kansas City Chiefs are of course at the top of the list, with superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, and the rest of the team winning three Super Bowls in recent seasons. Then, there are the BuffaloContinue reading “Houston We Have A New AFC Threat”

2024 NHL Entry Draft Profile: Macklin Celebrini – Future San Jose Shark

BY NATE MOSER The 2024 NHL Entry Draft is almost here and for San Jose Sharks fans, so is potential number one overall pick Macklin Celebrini. Celebrini has been the prize at the top of this NHL Draft since before the 2023-24 NHL season even began. When the Sharks had specifically horrendous losses, many hockeyContinue reading “2024 NHL Entry Draft Profile: Macklin Celebrini – Future San Jose Shark”