Fordham University's Journal of Record Since 1918

The Fordham Ram
Fordham University's Journal of Record Since 1918

The Fordham Ram
Fordham University's Journal of Record Since 1918

The Fordham Ram

Chris Hennessy

All content by Chris Hennessy
P.J. O'Rourke was the star man for Fordham at the A-10's. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Ends Season on a High

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 16, 2022
The Rams look to rebound for a stronger performance at A-10s. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Stumbles in Regular Season Finale

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 27, 2022
The Golden Knights find themselves on the outside looking in as the playoffs approach. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Vegas’ Tricky Ride to the Playoffs

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 27, 2022
The Rams struggled on the course in Pennsylvania last weekend. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Falters at Lafayette

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 13, 2022
Scottie Scheffler is now a Masters Champion. (Courtesy of Twitter)

2022 Masters Recap

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 13, 2022
It was a tough first outing for the Rams. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Struggles Out of Gate, Places 11th at Columbia

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
The Islanders are getting hot at the right time. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The Islanders’ Hot Streak and Slim Playoff Chances

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 6, 2022
After a successful fall season, the team is hopeful for the spring. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Fordham Golf Rolls into Spring

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 30, 2022
The road to the Frozen Four continues for many teams. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NCAA Tournament in Full Swing

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 30, 2022
Many NHL teams decided to make major moves at the trade deadline this year. (Courtesy of Twitter)

2022 NHL Trade Deadline

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 23, 2022
As coaching jobs become available, it is uncertain who will fill the roles. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Ranking Coach Openings in NHL

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 9, 2022
Tyler Toffoli is now a Calgary Flame. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The First Trade Domino Falls: Toffoli to Calgary

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 23, 2022
Fans of “The Sopranos” were touched by the nostalgic commercial that paid homage to James Gandolfini (Courtesy of Twitter).

Chevy Tugs Heartstrings with Sopranos Perfection

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
February 16, 2022
Semyon Varlamov is a player who could find himself on the move before the March trade deadline. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Local Trade Deadline Preview

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 16, 2022
The Stanley Cup Finals have delivered some memorable games over the years. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Five Best Stanley Cup Final Games of the 21st Century

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 9, 2022
The NHL All Star Weekend served its purpose but didn't quite meet expectations (courtesy of Twitter)

All-Star Weekend’s Inherent Issues

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 2, 2022
The Edmonton Oilers season has been disappointing, frustrating, and pedestrian at best. (courtesy of Twitter)

Frustration Boiling in Edmonton

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
January 26, 2022
The Flyers have quickly moved on from Vigneault in hopes of sparking a midseason turnaround. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Firings Continue

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
December 8, 2021
The Canadiens underwent a number of ups and downs during Bergevin's tenure in Montreal. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Another One Bites the Dust: Bergevin Out in Montreal

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
UBS Arena is being widely-called one of the country's best sports venues following its debut. (Chris Hennessy/The Fordham Ram)

Opening Night at UBS Arena

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
November 24, 2021
Bob Murray was recently fired from his position as general manager of the Anaheim Ducks. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Bob Murray and the Everchanging “Hockey Culture”

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
November 17, 2021
Eichel's up-and-down tenure in Buffalo reached a bitter end. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The Jack Eichel Saga Finally Concludes

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
November 10, 2021
Manning's career-best showing pushed the Rams to a second-place finish in West Orange. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Ends Fall on High Note at Metropolitan Intercollegiate Championship

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
November 3, 2021
Joel Quenneville is one of the people who was fired after the independent report on a sexual assault claim against the Chicago Blackhawks from 2010 was revealed (courtesy of Twitter).

The Fallout of the Chicago Blackhawks Scandal

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
November 3, 2021
Aivazoglou's (above) growth has been a primary bright spot for the Rams this fall. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Sunday Improvement Leads to Golf’s Ninth Place Finish

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Rather than the Islanders, the Rangers have been the best team in New York thus far. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Who’s Hot and Who’s Not: The NHL After Two Weeks

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Pulock will help anchor the Islanders' defense for the better part of the decade as they push toward a Stanley Cup trophy. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Ryan Pulock Lands Extension with the Islanders

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 19, 2021
It looks unlikely that Eichel and the Sabres will reach an agreement to keep the young star in Buffalo. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Wrapping up the NHL Preseason

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 13, 2021
Nathan MacKinnon hopes to lead the Avalanche to a Stanley Cup this season. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Western Conference and Trophy Predictions

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 6, 2021
O’Rourke had a standout day despite a rough team performance at the MacDonald Cup. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

O’Rourke Not Enough to Carry Golf at MacDonald Cup

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021
The NHL preseason has given just a taste of how teams will look in the regular season. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Eastern Conference Predictions

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 29, 2021
Fordham made more individual strides forward in Connecticut amid their search for consistency. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

O’Rourke, Kryscio Power Rams to 11th Place Finish

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 22, 2021
The Devils locked up Hamilton to pioneer the long trip they will have toward competing for the Stanley Cup. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Offseason Review

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 22, 2021
Davis and Kryscio (above) led the Rams to a solid finish in their season opener. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Better Play on Sunday Leads to T10 Finish for Golf

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 15, 2021
The players won out in an ongoing battle with the league to return to the Olympics with a chance to win the gold medal. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Returns to the Olympics

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 15, 2021
Beauvillier shined for the Islanders during the playoffs and earned a new contract because of it. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Islanders (Finally) Announce Signings

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 10, 2021
Andreas Aivazoglou (above) is one returning golfer the Rams will have to lean on this season. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Fordham Golf Looking to Improve Amid Loss

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
August 31, 2021
Dillon stood out most for the relationships with both his players and those he crossed paths with on the golf course. (Courtesy of Twitter)

In Memoriam: Reflecting on a Period of Loss in Fordham Athletics

Alexander Wolz and Chris Hennessy
July 27, 2021
The Seattle Kraken will host the latest NHL expansion draft as they look to field their roster for the upcoming season. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Offseason Preview: Expansion Draft

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
July 16, 2021
The Lightning proved to be the team keeping the Islanders and their fans from a Stanley Cup again in their final run at the Coliseum. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The 2021 New York Islanders: Oh, So Close

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
July 8, 2021
Nathan McKinnon (above) and the Avalanche dominated the Golden Knights to claim the first two games of the second round series. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Playoffs: Round One Review and Round Two Preview

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
June 3, 2021
The Capitals' recent struggles both financially and on the ice have raised questions about whether Ovechkin's otherwise terrific career with them will continue. (Courtesy of Twitter)

What is Next for Alex Ovechkin?

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 27, 2021
Wilson (above) caused chaos both in the Rangers' front office and across the entire NHL. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Tom Wilson, Jeff Gorton and a Wild Week at the Garden

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 14, 2021
Following the latest week of events, it only seemed like a matter of time until Quinn became the next victim of the Rangers' purge. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Drury Makes His Mark with Quinn Firing

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 14, 2021
Golf finished off a successful season at the A-10s with hopes of continuing to grow next year. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Finishes Ninth at A-10 Championship

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 7, 2021
The goods far outweight the bads in the NHL's massive new deal with Turner Sports. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Breaking Down the Turner NHL Deal

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 3, 2021
As the Maple Leafs separate themselves in the Canadian division, there is a tight race brewing between Winnipeg and Edmonton for home ice in the first round of the playoffs. (Courtesy of Twitter)

East and North Division Playoff Races

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 28, 2021
For Atlantic 10 competition, Fordham beat the same two teams they did last week at Villanova, La Salle and Saint Joseph's. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Kryscio’s Career Low Powers Rams in Lehigh

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 21, 2021
If the current results stood, the Lightning and Panthers would face off for a heavyweight first round bout. (Courtesy of Twitter)

West and Central Playoff Picture

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 21, 2021
Despite stumbling to the finish line, Fordham composed itself for a top-ten finish at Villanova to continue the momentum of a successful weekend in Connecticut. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Continues to Improve on Last Season

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 14, 2021
The Canucks' COVID-19 outbreak stands as professional sports' worst, infecting half of the team and keeping them off the ice for weeks. (Courtesy of Instragram)

COVID-19 Canucks

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 14, 2021
In an otherwise mundane market, Taylor Hall to the Bruins was perhaps the biggest domino that fell, with the Sabres receiving very little in return. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Reviewing the 2021 NHL Trade Deadline

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 14, 2021
Despite the difficult conditions at Ellington, Fordham performed at a high level throughout the course of the weekend's competition. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Takes Fifth at UConn

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 7, 2021
Fordham Men's Golf competed at the Winterbury Hills Golf Club, marking their first competition of the season. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Places Fifth in First Event

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 31, 2021
For years now, the Sabres have been unable to find a formula to become a winning team again. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Just How Bad is Buffalo?

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 31, 2021
Wahlstrom has had an amazing start to his rookie season, leading the Islanders third unit as a critical part of their recent success. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Oliver Wahlstrom’s Emergence

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
Walter Gretzky (above) made a significant impact on the NHL despite never having put on professional skates himself. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The Passings of Mark Pavelich and Walter Gretzky

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
March 17, 2021
Streaming services will play a key part in the NHL's ESPN presence. (Courtesy of Twitter)

ESPN’s Deal with the NHL

Grace Coyne and Chris Hennessy
March 17, 2021
Golf will lean on its experience in a season without much time to find their footing. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Fordham Golf Prepares for Short Spring

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 3, 2021
Last year, Pageau was part of a blockbuster trade between the New York Islanders and the Ottawa Senators. (courtesy of Twitter)

The JG Pageau Trade One Year Later

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
March 3, 2021
The brilliant idea and beautiful views of Lake Tahoe were thwarted by the NHL's poor consideration of the climate. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Panarin and Melting Ice: An eventful weekend in Hockey

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 24, 2021
Mackenzie Blackwood's (above) goaltending played a crucial role in the Devils' return to action against the Rangers. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The Devils Bounce Back from COVID-19

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 22, 2021
Early on, the Islanders have struggled to replicate last season's success, and the goalkeeping has not been of any help. (Courtesy of Twitter)

New York Hockey Check-In

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
New addition Devon Toews aims to help push the favorited Avalanche to the Stanley Cup Finals. (Courtesy of Twitter).

2021 NHL Season Preview

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
January 17, 2021
The Colorado Avalanche reverse retro uniforms are among the best in the sport. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Reverse Retro Uniform Power Rankings

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
November 18, 2020
The NHL Draft included the Rangers’ selection of 19-year-old Alexis Lafrenière with the No. 1 overall pick. (Courtesy of Twitter)

NHL Draft and Free Agency Review

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 21, 2020
Doc Emrick (above) served as the longtime broadcaster of the New Jersey Devils, and later became the lead announcer for the Stanley Cup Final. (Courtesy of Twitter)

A Broadcasting Legend’s Retirement

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 21, 2020
The Lightning emerged victorious in the Stanley Cup Final, but everybody won due to the lack of COVID-19 cases in the NHL’s hub cities. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Bubble Hockey in Review

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
Henrik Lundqvist (above) is beloved by Rangers fans. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Rangers Move on from All-Time Legend

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
The Lightning and Stars will face off in the Stanley Cup Final starting tonight. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Stanley Cup Finals Preview

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 19, 2020
The Stanley Cup Playoffs have reached the final four teams in Edmonton. (Courtesy of Wikipedia)

NHL Conference Finals Preview

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
September 9, 2020
The NHL's Response to Protests Across Sports

The NHL’s Response to Protests Across Sports

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
September 1, 2020
The New York Islanders have advanced to the second round of the NHL playoffs. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Bubble Update: Isles Rolling, Rangers Winners

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
August 23, 2020
Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson (above) competed along with two of the greatest NFL quarterbacks ever in "The Match II." (Courtesy of Flickr)

Live Golf’s Return: How TNT Outshined NBC in Every Way

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
May 29, 2020
Phil Mickelson (above) found disaster at the 2006 U.S. Open at Winged Foot. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Major Championship Breakdowns, Part III: The 2006 U.S. Open

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 26, 2020
Vijay Singh (above) was one of several golfers in contention at the 2004 PGA Championship. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Major Championship Breakdowns, Part II: The 2004 PGA Championship

Chris Hennessy, Staff Writer
April 19, 2020
The Islanders are now on the on the outside looking in on the playoff conversation, and injureis and missing pieces hold much of the blame. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Lacerations, Losses and Liabilities: Inside the Islanders’ Freefall

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
March 11, 2020
There are three goaltenders on the Rangers roster, and sometimes three is truley a crowd. (Courtesy of Flickr)

The Goaltending Situation at the Garden

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
March 4, 2020
Many thought Chris Kreider (above) would be traded on Monday, but he stayed put with a contract extension. (Courtesy of Flickr)

NHL Trade Deadline Review

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
February 25, 2020

Andy Greene and Blake Coleman

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
February 19, 2020
The Beanpot Tournament is one of hockey's greatest showcases, and this year's tournament proved that to be the case. (Courtesy of Flickr)

The 68th Beanpot Tournament

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
February 12, 2020
The Oilers have always had a rivalry with the Calgary Flames, but lately, things have only been getting better. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Battle of Alberta gets Even More Exciting

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
February 5, 2020
The Oilers have always had a rivalry with the Calgary Flames, but lately, things have only been getting better. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Battle of Alberta Gets Even More Interesting

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
February 5, 2020
Fordham’s golf team looks to rebound from a fall season where it struggled. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Spring Preview: Golf Tries to Rebound from Up-and-Down Fall

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
January 29, 2020
Was the NHL All Star Game in St. Louis a success? (Courtesy of Flickr)

All Star Weekend in Review

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
January 29, 2020
The Rangers, along with the Devils and Islanders, have been a part of the current hockey madness. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Chaos For the New York Hockey Squads

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
January 22, 2020
Courtesy of Flickr

John Tavares Returns to Long Island: Part III

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
November 20, 2019
Courtesy of Flickr

Hot Goaltending from New York’s NHL Teams

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
November 13, 2019
Courtesy of Flickr

How Will Injuries Affect the NHL’s Central Division?

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
November 6, 2019
Fordham Golf will take the next few months to improve before what the team hopes will be a better spring season. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Ends Fall Season on Dull Note

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 30, 2019
Courtesy of Flickr

Dissecting the Islanders’ Winning Streak

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 30, 2019
Connor McDavid is the best player in the NHL, but does he get the respect he deserves? (Courtesy of Flickr)

Connor McDavid Is Underappreciated

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 23, 2019
Sophomore Chan Park (above) set a season-high with four birdies at the Lehigh Invitational this weekend. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Finishes Last at Lehigh

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 23, 2019
Courtesy of Flickr

How Islanders Coach Barry Trotz Is Attempting to Break Systemic Mediocrity

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 16, 2019
Courtesy of Flickr

New York Teams Kick Off 2019–20 NHL Season

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 9, 2019
Fordham Mens Golf played on the beautiful course of Yale University, participating in their MacDonald Invitational. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Stumbles, Places 11th at Yale

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 2, 2019
Courtesy of Flickr

NHL Preview: Western Conference

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
October 2, 2019
Fordham Golf had a tough weekend at the Quechee Invitational. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Overmatched at Dartmouth

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
September 25, 2019
The Eastern Conference will have quite a few young superstars this season, and a couple of them are in the New York area (Courtesy of Flickr).

NHL Eastern Conference Preview

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
September 25, 2019
Fordham Golf’s two top finishers tied for 70th at the Hartford Hawks Invite. (Courtesy of Fordham Athletics)

Golf Finishes 14th at Hartford Invite

Chris Hennessy, Contributing Writer
September 18, 2019
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