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Rahul Goutam Hoom is a senior NHL correspondent at EssentiallySports with nearly three years of experience covering the league. He holds a Master’s in Mass Communication and Journalism and specializes in delivering sharp, accessible coverage to hockey audiences across North America. A consistent voice at the ES Trends Desk, Rahul brought a beat reporter’s clarity and a fan’s lens to the Florida Panthers’ season, including standout reporting on Matthew Tkachuk’s humorous rule breach during a regular-season game. His cross-sport versatility extends to equestrian coverage as well, with contributions to the ES Horse Racing Desk’s Kentucky Derby reporting.

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Bob Baffert Confirms Revenge Against Kentucky Derby Winner at Breeders’ Cup

Amidst an unlucky horse racing season, Bob Baffert is set to take revenge on major challengers with this particular colt.

Caution Follows $1 Million Victory for Journalism as Breeders’ Cup Closes In

Despite a dominant win in the G1 Haskell Stakes, Journalism's jockey Umberto Rispoli shared a certain concern for the colt.

Bob Baffert Refuses to Lose Hope as Horses Continue to Fail Racing Season

Despite going through an unlucky horse racing season, Bob Baffert goes candid ahead of defending an iconic title.

Early Odds Favor Florida Panthers as Stanley Cup Three-Peat in Sight

With back-to-back Stanley Cup trophies in their possession, the early odds of the 2025-26 season's Cup favorite point towards the Florida Panthers.

Connor McDavid Rumors Fail to Affect Oilers Coach For NHL Season

With all the speculations going around Connor McDavid's NHL future, Oilers coach has turned his focus to an up-and-coming Edmonton star.

Bob Baffert Faces Triple Crown Nightmare Journalism as Losing Streak Continues

Ahead of the G1 Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park, positive updates regarding Journalism might trouble Bob Baffert's race winning dreams.

$1.25 Million in Danger as Sovereignty Faces Challenge From Surgery Comeback Horse

Following multiple G1 glories this spring, Sovereignty sets his sight for another major race but this time alongside a major challenger.

$1 Million in Sight for Journalism as Jockey Shares Secret Before Race

Ahead of the $1 million Haskell Stakes, Journalism's jockey keeps up with his confidence on the prolific Michael McCarthy-trained colt.

Bob Baffert Unfazed by Journalism Threat as Haskell Stakes Looms: “Ready to Roll”

Ahead of the $1 million Haskell Stakes, trainer Bob Baffert shared his candid thoughts on racing against Journalism.

Will Any of Bob Baffert’s Horses Appear in the $1 Million Haskell Stakes?

With the $1 million Haskell Stakes approaching on Saturday, here's everything you need to know about whether any of Bob Baffert's horses are running.

Exclusive: Rising American Tennis Star Opens Up on Slam Dreams Amid Alcaraz-Sinner Dominance

Despite a terrific showcase at Wimbledon, an American tennis prodigy goes candid about his slam dreams in the 'Sincaraz' era.

Exclusive: 20-Year-Old American Tennis Star on Matching Pete Sampras’ and Andre Agassi’s Rare Record

After his Australian Open stint, an American tennis star is honest about matching records with legends Pete Sampras and Andre Agassi.
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