These 11 World-Class Athletes Were Each Born in a Capital Region, NY County
A number of famous athletes were born and raised here in the Capital Region. Here is one famous athlete from each of the 11 counties in the Capital District.
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What Does Barry Melrose Think Of This Year's NY Rangers Team?
The Rangers have the talent but fell short to the Devils in Game 7 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs last year.
Glens Falls Hockey Legend Stepping Down At ESPN
Tuesday was a sad day for the NHL hockey world, as long time player, coach and broadcaster Barry Melrose, who has strong ties to the Capital Region, announced he was retiring from the broadcast booth, as a result of complications from Parkinson's Disease.
Report: Buffalo Bills’ Owner Made Racist Comment, Named in Lawsuit
Terry Pegula, owner of the Buffalo Bills and other Buffalo sports franchises, has been named in a racial discrimination lawsuit, and the details are concerning.
Ex-Upstate NY College Coach Details Alcohol Struggles in NHL Awards Speech
Jim Montgomery won the 2023 Jack Adams Award as the top coach in the NHL, and the former RPI coach shared emotional details about his journey to the top.
Barstool Sports Staff Coming to Upstate New York This Fall, Here’s Why
The third time was the charm for Barstool Sports and the Chiclets Cup. The third 'Chiclets Cup', played in Upstate NY, was so successful, they're coming back.
Battle Of New York In NHL Will Be Played Outside In New Jersey?
Hockey fans constantly make jokes about the NHL and how they continually botch easy marketing opportunities. The league's television blackout rules, especially for fans that are paying for every available premium service that the NHL has to offer in the Capital District of New York, are comical.
What Will The New York Rangers Look Like Next Season?
The New York Rangers are officially eliminated from the NHL playoffs after their Game 7 loss at the New Jersey Devils Monday night.
Are The NY Islanders Done Or Can They Make A Surprise Comeback?
The Hurricanes are a really good team however and the Islanders drew a really tough matchup.
Can The New York Rangers Make Another Deep Run In The Playoffs?
The Rangers should make another deep run this year in the 2023 NHL Playoffs.
Son of Buffalo Sabres’ Legend Facing Charges from Disturbing Wheelchair Incident
Carson Briere, son of Buffalo Sabres' legend Daniel Briere, has been charged after video showed him pushing an unoccupied wheelchair down stairs at a club.
Ex-Buffalo Sabres’ Great Issues Statement After Son is Caught in Disturbing Video
Ex-Buffalo Sabres' great Daniel Briere released a statement about his son, Carson, after he was caught on-camera in a disturbing scene at a club this weekend.