Michael Rifkin

How to Tell who is Running the New York Rangers This Summer

By: Mike Rifkin Three weeks ago, the New York Rangers fired General Manager Jeff Gorton and President of Hockey Operations John Davidson. They just got hired to do the same job for the Columbus Blue Jackets, where he left to take over the Rangers. Owner James Dolan cited that this season was a disappointment becauseContinue reading “How to Tell who is Running the New York Rangers This Summer”

How Rob Manfred is Ruining Baseball

By Mike Rifkin Baseball’s popularity has dropped a considerable amount over the years. To get the 2020 baseball season in during the COVID-19 pandemic, baseball had to change specific rules. The pace of play was big in this endeavor. Baseball needs to figure out how to expand its popularity, which is the job of oneContinue reading “How Rob Manfred is Ruining Baseball”

Drew Brees What a Saint.

By Mike Rifkin Earlier this week, Drew Brees announced his retirement from the NFL. Brees has one most remarkable NFL career of all time, Brees completed 67.7% of his passes in his career, 80,358 yards, 571 touchdowns, and a quarterback rating of 98.7. He ranks first in yards but second in touchdowns and completion percentage.Continue reading “Drew Brees What a Saint.”

Why Baseball Needs the Universal Designated Hitter

By Mike Rifkin The end of February signifies the beginning of a new baseball season. One of the biggest takeaways from a shortened 2020 season was the designated hitter’s addition to the National League. As we approach the 2021 season, we don’t know if the DH will be retained. On February 9th MLB and theContinue reading “Why Baseball Needs the Universal Designated Hitter”

Why the Releasing the Star has Bad Optics for the Organization.

By Mike Rifkin The biggest offseason storyline out of Houston has been about quarterback Deshaun Watson. The Texans announced that star defensive end JJ Watt agreed to part ways. Since coming into the league, Watt has become one of the most feared pass rushers in the league; he is second in sacks since being draftedContinue reading “Why the Releasing the Star has Bad Optics for the Organization.”

Steve Cohen Has brought a New Feeling to Queens.

By Mike Rifkin On Friday, February 5th 2021, National League Cy Young award winner Trevor Bauer signed a three-year contract with the World Series Champions Los Angeles Dodgers. Bauer was one of the top 3 free agents and Center Fielder George Springer and Catcher J.T. Realmuto. The 3 have two things in common: they allContinue reading “Steve Cohen Has brought a New Feeling to Queens.”

Voting is a Privilege No Matter What it’s for

By Mike Rifkin One of the days I look forward to is the announcement of who gets inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. The game’s highest honor is to be among the all-time greats on a July day in Cooperstown, New York. As I got older, the day means more because now we areContinue reading “Voting is a Privilege No Matter What it’s for”

Andy Reid: Definition of Consistency.

By Mike Rifkin As fans, we appreciate the greatness of players because they make the highlights. We don’t give enough credit to coaches who design the game plan. Over the past 20 years, we have talked about the New England Patriots’ domination and their six championships with Brady and Bellichick. Andy Reid, though, has coachedContinue reading “Andy Reid: Definition of Consistency.”

How the Laremy Tunsil Trade Can Still Help the Dolphins

By Mike Rifkin 2018 the National Football League saw Houston Texans Quarterback Deshaun Watson get sacked 65 times. After that season, head coach and general manager Bill O’Brien decided to upgrade his offensive line. O’Brien made a trade for All-Pro left tackle Laremy Tunsil of the Miami Dolphins. The transaction involved Laremy Tunsil, Wide ReceiverContinue reading “How the Laremy Tunsil Trade Can Still Help the Dolphins”