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About Lou Orlando

Lou Orlando is an alum of Fordham University, where he covered the New York Rangers for three seasons as a WFUV Sports beat reporter. The Brooklyn native is a lifelong Rangers fan and has contributed to Forever Blueshirts since 2024. In college, Lou served as the Assistant Sports Editor of The Fordham Ram, the university's student-run newspaper, as well as the play-by-play voice of Fordham Athletics on 90.7 FM WFUV. Along with his work at Sportsnaut, Lou also covers the Indiana Fever and WNBA for Sports Illustrated.

Toronto Sceptres goalie Elaine Chuli warms up for a game against the New York Sirens.
2026-06-24

Key takeaways after Sirens add goalie Elaine Chuli in wave of signings

The New York Sirens’ roster for the 2026-27 season is taking shape. General manager Pascal Daoust addressed a glaring need…
Ohio State Buckeyes defenseman Emma Peschel (7) passes the puck in the first period during the first round of the WCHA at OSU
2026-06-18

Sirens draft Ohio State defender Emma Peschel, pass on goalies: Takeaways

The New York Sirens did not select a goalie in a 2026 draft class headlined by Ohio State defender Emma…
Switzerland's Andrea Brändli makes a save at the Adirondack Bank Center in Utica, NY on Friday, April 5, 2024.
2026-06-17

Sirens Sounds: Weighing New York’s options in 2026 PWHL Draft

Breaking down the New York Sirens' options and potential targets ahead of the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft on June 17.
New York Sirens forward Paetyn Levis carries the puck against the Vancouver Goldeneyes.
2026-06-13

5 Sirens expansion teams could target in Phase 4

Analyzing five New York Sirens players who could be targeted by expansion teams in Phase 4 of PWHL expansion.
New York Sirens goalie Kayle Osborne celebrates a 4-3 win over the Montreal Victoire with defender Maja Nylen Persson and teammates.
2026-06-10

Sirens face key decisions after losing Osborne, rookies in Phase 2

Exploring the next paths for the New York Sirens after losing Kayle Osborne and three forwards in Phase 2 of…
New York Sirens goalie Kayle Osborne.
2026-06-05

Sirens GM Pascal Daoust explains Kayle Osborne expansion decision

New York Sirens general manager Pascal Daoust explains why he left starting goalie Kayle Osborne unprotected in Phase 1 of…
New York Sirens forward Kristyna Kaltounkova fist bumps goalie Kayle Osborne
2026-06-04

Sirens Sounds: What’s next after protecting Fillier, Kaltounkova, O’Brien

Breaking down what's next after the New York Sirens protect Sarah Fillier, Kristyna Kaltounkova, and Casey O'Brien in PWHL expansion.
New York Sirens rookie Casey O'Brien celebrates with Sarah Fillier after a power-play goal.
2026-06-02

PWHL Phase 1 preview: Why Sirens must protect top 3 forwards at all costs

Previewing Phase 1 of the PWHL expansion process, including why the New York Sirens must protect Sarah Fillier and their…
New York Sirens rookie center Casey O'Brien celebrates a hat trick against the Seattle Torrent.
2026-05-28

Sirens Sounds: Casey O’Brien named finalist for PWHL Rookie of the Year

Breaking down the latest New York Sirens headlines, including Casey O'Brien being named a finalist for PWHL Rookie of the…
New York Sirens defenders Maja Nylen Persson and Micah Zandee-Hart protect the net against the Ottawa Charge.
2026-05-22

New York Sirens report cards: Grading captain Micah Zandee-Hart, D-corps

With the conclusion of the Walter Cup Final, the offseason is officially upon us — and that means more end-of-season…

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