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About Anthony Rivardo

Anthony Rivardo is the COO of Empire Sports Media and the host of Fireside Giants, a New York Giants podcast.
Anthony digitally reports on the New York Giants, covering the team with in-depth analysis, creative storytelling, and entertaining written features on a daily basis.
Anthony was raised on Long Island, New York before relocating to West Palm Beach, Florida and graduating from Stetson University in DeLand, Florida.
Anthony is a die-hard, life-long Giants fan and has been with ESM since 2018. You can follow Anthony on X: @Anthony_Rivardo

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Oct 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Victor Mancini (90) takes his rookie lap before making his NHL debut against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
2024-10-11

The Rangers might have found a hidden gem in rookie defenseman

The New York Rangers rebuilt their defensive corps this offseason following the unit’s struggles last season and the departure of…
May 22, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafreniere (13) skates against the Florida Panthers during the first period of game one of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
2024-10-11

Rangers reportedly negotiating $64M extension with breakout star forward

While all recent attention seems to be paid to the New York Rangers’ contract negotiations with superstar goalie Igor Shesterkin,…
Oct 6, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. (29) carries the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images
2024-10-10

Could the Giants have a new starting running back emerging?

The New York Giants’ backfield could undergo some changes following the emergence of rookie running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. in…
Oct 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) takes the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
2024-10-10

Rangers’ maligned captain responded with elite performance in season opener

The New York Rangers are undefeated after one game this season, shutting out the Pittsburgh Penguins en route to an…
May 28, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafreniere (13) moves the puck against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game four of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
2024-10-10

Rangers’ former 1st-overall pick could be a point-per-game player this season

The New York Rangers started their season with a bang on Wednesday night, downing the Pittsburgh Penguins 6–0 on the…
Jun 13, 2024; Costa Mesa, CA, USA; Los Angeles Chargers center Brent Laing (65), offensive tackle Joe Alt (76) and offensive tackle Foster Sarell (73) during minicamp at the Hoag Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
2024-10-09

Chargers: Good news and bad news from the Week 5 bye

The Los Angeles Chargers had the week off in Week 5 with an early season bye. This bye week came…
Oct 6, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) celebrates following a fourth down sack against the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
2024-10-09

The Giants’ defensive line is finally starting to live up to the hype

The New York Giants’ defensive line entered the 2024-25 season with high expectations. The team pulled off a blockbuster trade…
New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena
2024-10-09

The Rangers need their captain to live up to his $56M contract this season

The New York Rangers open their season on Wednesday night with a road matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Fans will…
Oct 6, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) talks with head coach Brian Daboll, right) during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. New York Giants quarterbacks coach Shea Tierney stands in the middle. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
2024-10-09

Are the Giants back in the playoff race following Week 5 win?

Every team enters a new NFL season with the same end goal in mind: get into the playoffs and make…
Sep 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, US; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) celebrates with his coach during pre-game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julian Guadalupe-NorthJersey.com
2024-10-08

Giants’ Dexter Lawrence is on a historic statistical pace this season

The New York Giants might just have the best defensive player in the NFL right now. Dexter Lawrence is playing…