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.

‘That’s a bona fide starting goaltender’: Former NHL goalie urges Oilers to explore Filip Gustavsson trade

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Former NHL goalie urges Oilers to explore Filip Gustavsson trade

Former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk believes the Edmonton Oilers cannot afford to ignore their goaltending problems any longer, and he pointed directly at Filip Gustavsson as a possible offseason solution. Speaking recently about Edmonton’s unstable crease situation, Dubnyk said the organization needs more than another attempt at “running it back” after a disappointing 2025-26 season … Read more

‘Was able to keep him off’: Former NHL goalie opens up about facing Connor McDavid

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Former NHL Goalie Devan Dubnyk Opens Up About Facing Connor McDavid

Former NHL goaltender Devan Dubnyk reflected on his battles against Connor McDavid during a recent appearance on the Oilers Nation podcast, admitting there was a period early in McDavid’s career where he managed to keep the superstar off the scoresheet. Dubnyk, who spent 12 NHL seasons with teams including the Minnesota Wild and Edmonton Oilers, … Read more

‘Hearing $15M, $16M’: Connor Bedard’s next Blackhawks contract may redefine NHL superstars’ salaries

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Connor Bedard’s next Blackhawks contract may redefine NHL superstars' salaries

The next contract for Connor Bedard may not only reshape the future of the Chicago Blackhawks, but also reset the NHL salary market for superstar talent. Speaking on the Daily Faceoff podcast, insider David Pagnotta said negotiations between Chicago and Bedard’s camp are ongoing, with discussions already reaching massive numbers. “You’re hearing $14 million AAV, … Read more

Auston Matthews wants clarity, not an exit, as Maple Leafs face major reset

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Auston Matthews wants clarity, not an exit, as Maple Leafs face major reset

The noise around Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs has grown louder since the club’s collapse in 2025-26, but the latest reporting suggests the situation is more about direction than departure. Matthews is not pushing for a trade. He wants answers. Leafs Nation’s Nick Alberga posted on X this week that insider David Pagnotta … Read more

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