In 2017, I served as a digital intern with Sporting News and Sporting News Canada. I also helped lead the Canadian coverage for the 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Games. Here are some exclusive features I worked on during my tenure:
- I spoke with Arizona Coyotes forward Max Domi on his battle with diabetes and future of his team following long-time veteran Shane Doan retirement
- Georges St Pierre will forever cherish UFC 217 memory – The legendary GSP relives his famous comeback against Michael Bisping at UFC 217
- Mike Green continues to find defensive balance with Detroit Red Wings – Following his departure from the Capitals and a season under his belt in Detroit, Mike Green discusses his growth with the Red Wings
- Islanders rookie Mathew Barzal doing everything right to make Islanders lineup – Hoping to crack the Islanders’ lineup, Mat Barzal is impressing everybody throughout the offseason.
- Sweden’s Lias Andersson taking NHL journey in stride – Lias Andersson talks about the initial transition to the United States after spending most of his career in Europe.
- Johnny Manziel considering CFL – Former Texas A&M QB and Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel has his sights set on Canada
- Joe Duffy glad for opportunity to fight at Madison Square Garden – I go one-on-one with Joe Duffy about moving from Ireland to Canada, training in the same gym as GSP and being on a historic card with some of his friends.
- Islanders captain John Tavares faces contract uncertainty – Islanders captain John Tavares discusses his uncertain future
- Anders Lee thrives in role with Islanders but expects more – Anders Lee is the Islanders’ big man in front of the net. He talks about his search for chemistry and success moving forward.
- Andrew Ladd feeling more comfortable in second season with Islanders – After a rocky first year of a lengthy contract, Andrew Ladd discusses his adjustment and playing with a few of the Islanders’ newcomers
- Rangers’ Henrik Lundqvist eager to start training camp – Entering another season in search of the Stanley Cup, Henrik Lundqvist talks Rangers’ offseason moves and his excitement for the new season
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Alec Gearty 