John Branch (MA ’96) investigates the life and death of Derek Boogaard
Punched Out
The Life and Death of a Hockey Enforcer
Over six months, John Branch (MA ’96) of The New York Times examined the life and death of Derek Boogaard, who rose to fame as one of the sport’s most feared fighters before dying at age 28 on May 13.
Part One: Derek Boogaard: A Boy Learns to Brawl