Paul Taylor

Paul Taylor

Joined: Jul 19, 2014

Paul is a FanSided NHL site expert and MLB contributor. He graduated with a first class BA honours journalism & media degree, and has covered numerous MLS, CFL, NHL, MLB, NFL & NLL events over the years dating back to 2010, while being fortunate enough to interview various sporting personalities one-on-one, including Roger Goodell. Previously worked for the BBC and has had his writing featured on Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report and other major publications. Throughout it all, his one message for anyone in this industry is to never take it for granted.

Jun 14, 2022; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills linebacker Von Miller (40) looks on during minicamp at the ADPRO Sports Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Bills: Von Miller drawing inspiration from Bruce Smith

Jun 22, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, USA; Toronto FC defender Carlos Salcedo (3) moves the ball against CF Montreal at BMO Field Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto FC looking to move on from Carlos Salcedo

Apr 10, 2022; Tampa, Florida, USA;Buffalo Sabres left wing Victor Olofsson (71) skates against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Buffalo Sabres and Victor Olofsson making progress on contract extension

Apr 19, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Ilya Mikheyev (65) scores an empty net goal against the Philadelphia Flyers during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Maple Leafs Rumours: Half of NHL teams interested in Ilya Mikheyev

TORONTO, ON - JULY 2: Kevin Gausman #34 of the Toronto Blue Jays lays injured on the field after being hit by a ball as catcher Gabriel Moreno #55 tends to him against the Tampa Bay Rays in the second inning during game one of a doubleheader at the Rogers Centre on July 2, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)

Blue Jays avoid disaster as Kevin Gausman injury not serious

TORONTO, ON - NOVEMBER 07: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of their NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on November 7, 2021 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Toronto Raptors should not enter the Kevin Durant sweepstakes

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - APRIL 21: Craig Anderson #41 of the Buffalo Sabres skates back to his net during the second period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center on April 21, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Buffalo Sabres still need goaltender help despite re-signing Anderson

Jun 9, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals left fielder Andrew Benintendi (16) hits a double against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays interested in outfielder Andrew Benintendi

Apr 11, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Sergio Romo (54) smiles in the dugout after his 800th career appearance in the game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays hope fresh start for Sergio Romo boosts bullpen

May 4, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Timothy Liljegren (37) shoots the puck during warm up before game two of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Leafs reward Timothy Liljegren with extension after breakout season

Jun 25, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (16) reacts between batters in the second inning during game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays need to have a break from Yusei Kikuchi

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MAY 09: Nate Pearson #24 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on after walking Michael Brantley #23 of the Houston Astros to load the bases at Minute Maid Park on May 09, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Blue Jays: Nate Pearson suffers yet another setback

Jun 14, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays catcher Gabriel Moreno (55) runs to first base on an RBI single against the Baltimore Orioles during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays: Gabriel Moreno offers a glimpse of what’s to come

Apr 20, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (3) controls the ball against Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (12) during the second half of game three of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Raptors: OG Anunoby being traded seems unlikely

May 28, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA; Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Ross Stripling (48) reacts after making the final out and earning a save in the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays: Ross Stripling showing his value as a starting pitcher

Sep 5, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Nate Pearson (24) pitches against the Oakland Athletics at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports

Nate Pearson still left with plenty to prove for the Blue Jays