Mike Nedilsky

You just had to be there

@OverDrive1050 He was in Oppenheimer. Happy Gilmore 2. And tenant. I think

It’s hard to find the right words in times like these, but I wanted to share a bit of my experience with Larry Brooks, a pillar of our industry, and more importantly, a friend. My first few months on the #NYR beat, Larry and I barely spoke. It wasn’t for lack of trying. I eagerly introduced myself and tried to kill him with kindness most days, but Larry wasn’t quite having it. He’d seen so many young reporters come and go, and his respect had to be earned. I can’t recall a specific turning point, but I somehow chipped away over time. Organic conversations started to happen around the rink, which eventually led to dinners and drinks and many fond memories, particularly on the road. I’ll never forget an early dinner in Anaheim — Larry loved a good restaurant, but he also had a soft spot for the PF Chang’s near that hotel — when he acknowledged one of my stories and matter-of-factly said, “It was good.” He was probably just being nice, but I was floored to find out this Hall of Fame writer read something I wrote. Older reporters would tell me about a time when Larry was fiercely competitive, and while it was clear that fire still burned inside of him, I came to know a slightly softer version. Some of our most meaningful exchanges were much bigger than hockey. (Although we had plenty of those debates, which we both thoroughly enjoyed.) I'll always cherish the text he sent me when my grandfather passed away, which went well beyond the typical “condolences” message. I’m grateful to have gotten to know him these last six-plus years. He grew to embrace the goofy bond between reporters on this crazy beat and offered guidance in his own unique way. His mentorship of @MollieeWalkerr, in particular, seemed to reinvigorate him. And his passion for the job never waned. One of our final in-person conversations came toward the end of training camp when I asked him how many years he thought he had left. He looked at me like I was crazy. “What else would I do?” He loved what he did and had no intention of slowing down any time soon. Even in this last month, his texts always expressed his plans to be back soon. RIP to a NY sportswriting legend and one of the best to ever do it

#NYR Gameday Giveaway! If Adam Fox 🦊 Scores OR has two Assists, his Authentic Jersey will be given away. Follow, Like & Retweet to be considered. #NHL #MLB #Yankees #Mets #HockeyTwitter #MarchMadness #RockChalk #NBA #NFL

New York Rangers Team Issued 🍞 or 🦊 Tape Bag Giveaway! Follow, Like & Retweet to be considered. Only one bag and I will surprise the winner with the player. Winner announced Tomorrow. #NYR #NHL #MLB #Yankees #Mets #HockeyTwitter

The day is here. #30Forever

@28CGiroux @1989Ely

Good scoop Sam, good scoop

@4EverBlueshirts Props to you…

I believe the Blackhawks just acquired Seth Jones

@morning_skate @Coreymoneyhacks

Torts either makes you want to run through a wall or bash your head against it, there's no in between

#JerryKing You know what to do.

There are many stars in this league. There are few icons. Number 30, from Åre, Sweden, Henrik Lundqvist: You always have been, and always will be, a Ranger.

@zackbelli @DPhillips81 I’d keep fast if they can.

Cue the stick taps.

One day, we will all be together again. And when that day comes, our gratitude for those who helped get us there will overflow. That, truly, is Doc Emrick's dream. ❤️

2.0 👊🏼

@FrankCaliendo @waszynski_10

Tony Romo with the second half prediction? Maybe not.

@vzmercogliano @lohudsports @TheRecordSports @APPSportsDesk And apparently Quinn doesn’t develop players? Has done a great job with Tony

Tony DeAngelo is a lightning rod for #NYR. He's opinionated, outspoken and sometimes controversial -- but also beloved by his teammates and 5th among #NHL D-man in points. An interesting dude, no doubt: lohud.com/story/sports/n… @lohudsports @TheRecordSports @APPSportsDesk

@90sWWE @hilds8