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About Anthony Rivardo

Anthony Rivardo is the Managing Editor and lead New York Giants Writer/Content Creator for Empire Sports Media. He is a co-host on 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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Zac Jones, new york rangers
2024-07-10

Rangers’ exciting young defenseman could step into a starting role in 2024

The New York Rangers’ defensive corps needs some retooling. Team captain defenseman Jacob Trouba was nearly traded this offseason, however,…
Feb 27, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen speaks during a press conference during the NFL Scouting Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
2024-07-10

Hard Knocks confirms Giants’ interest in trading up in 2024 NFL Draft

All offseason long, there were rumors surrounding the New York Giants and their reported interest in trading up at the…
Leonard Fournette, Giants
2024-07-09

Giants could add some power to their backfield with veteran free-agent rusher

The New York Giants rebuilt their backfield this offseason after star rusher Saquon Barkley left for the Philadelphia Eagles in…
connor williams, Giants
2024-07-09

Could the Giants make one last upgrade on the offensive line in free agency?

The New York Giants’ offensive line was the bane of their existence last season, as it has been for much…
Feb 23, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) shoots the puck during the first period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-USA TODAY Sports
2024-07-09

Rangers reportedly dealing with ‘messy’ team dynamic amidst Jacob Trouba drama

The New York Rangers have had a quiet offseason so far, largely due in part to the team’s inability to…
May 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Matt Rempe (73) skates up ice as Florida Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola (77) defends during the second period in game two of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-07-08

Rangers’ fan-favorite young enforcer could play larger role next season

The New York Rangers are looking for that missing piece to turn them from deep postseason contenders to Stanley Cup…
New York Giants defensive tackle Jordon Riley (95) participates in drills during training camp at the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility
2024-07-07

Giants’ bruising 2nd-year defensive lineman could play a large role this season

The New York Giants have built what looks to be one of the best defensive lines in the NFL on…
Mar 16, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) and center Mika Zibanejad (93) talk on the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
2024-07-07

Could the Rangers split up their star-studded 2nd line to boost Mika Zibanejad’s production?

The New York Rangers’ second line was arguably the best in the NHL this past season. Artemi Panarin, Vincent Trocheck,…
Rangers Adam Sykora, a 17-year old forward from Finland, works out during the Rangers Prospect Development Camp at the Rangers Training facility in Greenburgh July 12, 2022.
2024-07-07

Rangers’ intense and physical prospect is seeking NHL ice-time in 2024

The New York Rangers’ prospect pool is brimming with talent entering the 2024-25 season. They had a handful of young…
Oct 9, 2022; London, United Kingdom; Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) gestures in the fourth quarter against the New York Giants during an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
2024-07-05

One dream trade target for the Giants to pursue during training camp 

The New York Giants’ roster is nearly finalized, barring any last-minute, unforeseen acquisitions ahead of the regular season. Those currently…