Monthly Archives: October 2014

Second straight defeat mars home opener

Posted on October 19, 2014 by hasan4978

It must be said the bloom is a bit off the rose now for the Devils.  After an impressive three straight wins on the road, the Devils are now back in the pack with two consecutive losses following a blowout … Continue reading →

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The Anthony Duclair Dilemma

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Derek

For the first time this season, Anthony Duclair will be a healthy scratch when the Rangers host the sizzling Sharks at MSG later today. The 19-year old rookie hasn’t done anything wrong. Thus far, he’s tallied three assists in five … Continue reading →

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Rangers Eek Past Canes In Shootout, Send Down Fast and Miller

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Derek

At least the losing streak is over. That’s my half-gallows approach to last night’s Rangers ugly 2-1 shootout win over the lowly Hurricanes. After suffering humiliations to Toronto and the Islanders, they found a way to win for the first … Continue reading →

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Devils prepare for home opener after finishing a (mostly) successful trip

Posted on October 17, 2014 by hasan4978

Perhaps it’s for the best if I don’t see any highlights (or lowlights as they were) of last night’s 6-2 loss in Washington.  What I heard on the radio was more than enough with Cory Schnieder’s misplay on the fifth … Continue reading →

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Game #4: Islanders Humiliate Rangers 6-3

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Derek

If you thought the home opener was bad, you hadn’t seen nothing yet. Facing their blood rival, the Rangers turned in a pitiful performance. With the game tied up, the Islanders scored four straight goals to humiliate the Rangers 6-3 … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Islanders versus Rangers

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Derek

The Battle Of New York renews later tonight when the Islanders pay a visit to MSG against the Rangers. Thus far, it’s Long Island part of the rivalry that’s off to a good start. The Islanders swept a home and … Continue reading →

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Rebuilding Sabres Struggling Mightily: Fall To Ducks 5-1

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Derek

Entering the season, Buffalo fans knew it was going to be a challenge for their hockey team. With the Sabres committed to rebuilding, that could mean a very long year in Western New York. So far, that looks to be … Continue reading →

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Game #3: Maple Leafs Humiliate Rangers 6-3 In Ugly Home Opener

Posted on October 12, 2014 by Derek

Over 82 games, there will be days like this. Hopefully, the Rangers are getting theirs out of the way and fast. A day after a disjointed loss in Columbus, they suffered a 6-3 humiliation at the hands of the Maple … Continue reading →

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Devils Game #2: A rare laugher in Florida

Posted on October 12, 2014 by hasan4978

Despite the Devils’ Opening Night win on Thursday I was prepared for more angst last night.  After all, our trips to Sunrise the last couple years have both led to soul-crushing defeats.  Even in 2012 when we beat the Panthers … Continue reading →

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Game 2: Blue Jackets 5 Rangers 2

Posted on October 11, 2014 by Derek

The Rangers were defeated by the Blue Jackets 5-2 at Nationwide Arena. It was every bit as bad as the score indicated. There were only a couple of bright spots. The first being rookie Anthony Duclair, who recorded his first … Continue reading →

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