NEW YORK -- A few weeks before NHL training camps open, New York Rangers defenseman Ryan McDonagh was at the U.S. Open for a youth tennis exhibition Monday, where he discussed the importance of participating in multiple sports as a kid to stay healthy and active.
As a child, McDonagh played hockey, football and baseball.
"It's refreshing as a young kid to be able to put the baseball bat away and get the cleats out for football, and get the hockey gear out when the winter comes around," McDonagh said.
McDonagh has also become a tennis fan throughout the years.