Tristin McKinstry

Michigan

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Senior Editor at ClutchPoints

NFL Writer at Pro Football Network

he/him. Write for @ClutchPointsApp.

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Cardinals 7-Round Mock Draft: Arizona Fills Biggest Needs on Defense and Makes Bold Trade To Land Potential Star

2 days ago | profootballnetwork.com | Tristin McKinstry

The Arizona Cardinals kept their head above water for the most part in a closely fought NFC West. Unfortunately for them, they couldn’t stay in the race the entire way. Arizona finished the 2025 season with an 8-9 record, third in the NFC West. The Cardinals made big moves in free agency to bolster the roster. They signed the likes of Josh Sweat and Calais Campbell to shore up their defense.
Falcons 7-Round Mock Draft: Atlanta Loads Up on Defensive Studs and Takes a Flier on 64-TD QB

3 days ago | profootballnetwork.com | Tristin McKinstry

The Atlanta Falcons were in contention for the NFC South most of the season, but things fell apart near the end. The Falcons benched quarterback Kirk Cousins, and they missed the playoffs after a Week 18 loss. Atlanta believes it can still compete sooner rather than later. The Falcons added depth in free agency to give themselves a better shot, but they’ll need to add more top-end talent in the 2025 NFL Draft. And PFSN’s most recent mock draft gives them that kind of talent.
Senators’ Brady Tkachuk hits back at Maple Leafs fans over Game 1 chant

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

The Ottawa Senators lost Game 1 of their 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs series on Sunday. Ottawa took on the Toronto Maple Leafs, hoping to get off to a good start. But their first playoff game since the 2017 Eastern Conference Finals ended in a 6-2 defeat in Toronto. The Maple Leafs got big-time performances from some of their star players. Mitch Marner scored a goal and three points on Sunday, for instance. Furthermore, Toronto’s power play scored three of the team’s six goals.
Astros’ Mauricio Dubon breaks silence on scary Luis Arraez collision

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

Fans witnessed a horrible sight on Sunday when San Diego Padres star Luis Arraez was carted off the field with an injury. During a play at first base, he collided with Houston Astros infielder Mauricio Dubon. Thankfully, despite how terrifying the play looked, Arraez is in stable condition. Dubon stayed in the game until the ninth inning. He was pinch hit for by Yandy Diaz. In the end, the Astros lost the game 3-2. However, the result certainly wasn’t at the forefront of anyone’s mind.
Jim Montgomery throws support behind Blues after Game 1 collapse vs. Jets

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

The St. Louis Blues dropped Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday. St. Louis had a 3-2 lead with less than 10 minutes remaining in the third period. However, head coach Jim Montgomery watched as his team blew the lead. The Jets skated away with a 5-3 victory at the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. It’s a heartbreaking way to lose a game. Especially when this game could set the tone for the rest of their postseason run.
Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin sounds off on ‘disappointing’ 2024-25 season

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

Dylan Larkin and the Detroit Red Wings did not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2025. Unfortunately, this is not an entirely surprising development. The Red Wings collapsed after the 4 Nations Faceoff tournament. They went 9-13-2 from February 27th onward. And the season ended with a thud against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Red Wings entered the third period with a 3-1 lead. However, a goal from Philippe Myers less than four minutes into the third brought the Maple Leafs within one.
Jeremy Swayman’s ‘accountability’ message after disastrous 2024-25 season

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

The Boston Bruins massively played below expectations in 2024-25. Many expected Boston to make a push for the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again this season. Not only did the Bruins fail to make the postseason, but they were also one of the worst teams in the league. One player who certainly disappointed on the ice was goalie Jeremy Swayman. Swayman entered the season as the team’s goalie of the future. That’s why the Bruins signed him to an eight-year contract extension before the 2024-25 campaign.
Canucks’ Rick Tocchet drops Elias Pettersson truth bomb after poor 2024-25 season

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

The Vancouver Canucks had a rough 2024-25 season that has resulted in their missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs. One player at the forefront of the team this season is forward Elias Pettersson. He had some sort of issue with JT Miller during the season before Miller was traded. And he had an overall disappointing season on the ice. At one point, Pettersson was emerging as one of the best young centers in the NHL.
Sidney Crosby’s ‘difficult’ admission after missing playoffs for 3rd straight year

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Tristin McKinstry

The Pittsburgh Penguins missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2025. This marks the third straight season the team has missed the postseason. Missing the playoffs three years running would spark a rebuild for many teams. However, with legends such as Sidney Crosby still playing at such a high level, there is some pressure to succeed before they hang up their skates. Crosby has accomplished a lot in his career. The former first-overall pick brought a Stanley Cup championship to Pittsburgh in 2009.
Move Over, Shohei Ohtani: Another NL West Star Starts Surging Into MVP Talks After Red-Hot Start

6 days ago | profootballnetwork.com | Tristin McKinstry

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is one of the best hitters on the planet. His two-way ability makes him one of the most valuable players in baseball, but even just at the plate, few can match what Ohtani brings. Still, there are always others who can make a serious push for MVP. Last year, Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte was a finalist, along with New York Mets infielder Francisco Lindor. In 2025, another Arizona star is making his case to challenge Ohtani for the award.