Ankit Kumar

Ankit Kumar is a sports writer with close to four years of experience (Starting January 2023) in the News industry. His work primarily includes NHL and Hockey coverage, along with NFL, NBA, MLB and Football (Soccer). He has written for big news outlets like Athlon Sports, Sportskeeda, The Big Lead, and Fansided. He is popular for covering NHL news around Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Chicago Blackhawks and San Jose Sharks. And on Drop A Text Sports he covers those teams, with specific focus on stars like Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, etc. On Drop A Text Sports Ankit also covers Football (Soccer), specifically FC Barcelona, closely tracking the club's progress as it aims to return to the top of world football. Ankit's work reflects a deep passion for the game and an eye for emerging stars. He brings thoughtful insights into team's strategies, player development, and long-term goals. Over the years, millions of readers have benefited from his news articles.

‘I’m straight-up jealous’: Jonathan Toews on Patrick Kane’s Blackhawks return

July 24, 2026 by Ankit Kumar

Jonathan Toews reacts as Patrick Kane returns to the Blackhawks on a two-year contract.

‘Kylian Mbappe deserves it, no debate’: Soccer fans react to Lamine Yamal’s Balon d’Or rumors after Spain’s FIFA World Cup win

July 23, 2026 by Ankit Kumar

Spain’s FIFA World Cup triumph has fueled fresh debate over the 2026 Ballon d’Or race, with teenage star Lamine Yamal at the center of the discussion. Since Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time on July 19, thanks to Ferran Torres’ 106th-minute winner, social media has turned its attention from the trophy celebrations to football’s … Read more

Lamine Yamal reveals Lionel Messi’s advice after Spain’s World Cup triumph

July 22, 2026 by Ankit Kumar

Lamine Yamal lifted the FIFA World Cup for the first time on Sunday, but one of his most memorable moments came after the final whistle. The 19-year-old revealed the advice Lionel Messi gave him following Spain’s 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final. Yamal embraced Messi on the pitch after Ferran … Read more

‘He wants to win’: Jason Gregor shuts down Ryan Whitney’s $23M Connor McDavid contract prediction

July 23, 2026July 22, 2026 by Ankit Kumar

Connor McDavid‘s contract value has become one of hockey’s biggest talking points. While former NHL player Ryan Whitney believes the Edmonton Oilers captain deserves a historic $23 million annual salary, NHL insider Jason Gregor does not see that happening. Speaking on The Jason Gregor Show, Gregor dismissed the growing speculation surrounding McDavid’s next contract. He … Read more

‘He was becoming a star’: NHL analyst believes Connor Bedard’s $15M AAV Blackhawks contract will age well

July 19, 2026 by Ankit Kumar

Josh Yohe believes Connor Bedard's $15M AAV Blackhawks contract will age well

Connor Bedard‘s five-year, $75 million extension with the Chicago Blackhawks has sparked debate across the NHL. While the $15 million average annual value ranks among the league’s richest contracts, NHL analyst Josh Yohe believes the deal could eventually look like a bargain. Yohe shared his view after a hockey analysis page broke down Bedard’s development. … Read more