Monthly Archives: April 2017

Game 3 Canadiens vs Rangers Pre Game

Posted on April 16, 2017 by Derek

The best first round series thus far swings to Manhattan on a summer like 86 degree day on Easter Sunday. To those celebrating, Happy Easter. To my Jewish friends, Happy final day of Passover. 🙂 All that out of the … Continue reading →

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Department of Player Safety Is Clueless

Posted on April 16, 2017 by Derek

So, this cheap shot by Matt Calvert near the conclusion of the Blue Jackets’ Game 2 loss at the Penguins was worth only a one-game suspension. BREAKING NEWS: Columbus Blue Jackets forward Matt Calvert hired by @united pic.twitter.com/CveIfn7RBN — Domenic … Continue reading →

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Why We Love The NHL Playoffs

Posted on April 16, 2017 by Derek

Brian Boyle says "screw your cowbells." pic.twitter.com/UrnGoROtIn — Ryan Gilbert (@RGilbertSOP) April 16, 2017 We’re only into Day 4 of the 2017 NHL Playoffs and already we’re seeing why we love postseason hockey. What makes it great is the unpredictability. … Continue reading →

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Rangers need more from young core

Posted on April 15, 2017 by Derek

Hayes, Kreider, Miller and Zibanejad are 4 #NYR who must step up. Continue reading →

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Hab Breaking: Canadiens tie it late and take Game 2 in overtime, Series tied 1-1

Posted on April 15, 2017 by Derek

This was gut wrenching. Like a punch to the gut or solar system. The Rangers were so close to taking a commanding 2-0 lead in this emotional and very physical best-of-seven first round series. But the pesky Canadiens had other … Continue reading →

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Game 2 Rangers vs Canadiens Game Night

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Derek

In about 20 minutes, the Rangers get going against the Canadiens in Game 2 of the first round series at Bell Centre in Montreal. After shutting out the Canadiens 2-0 behind 31 saves from Henrik Lundqvist and a goal from … Continue reading →

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Post Game Rangers Fun Stuff after Game 1 win

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Derek

When you win in the NHL Playoffs, it’s always more fun. Look at the excitement of the victorious Rangers coming off the Bell Centre Ice and into their locker room after shutting out the Canadiens 2-0 to take Game 1 … Continue reading →

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Game 1 goes to Tanner Glass, Lundqvist and Rangers 2-0, Lead Habs 1-0

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Derek

Who would’ve had this for a script? A Game 1 win for the Rangers and Tanner Glass played the hero. It’s true. It’s true. Indeed, Glass scored the only goal they needed in a 2-0 shutout of the Canadiens at … Continue reading →

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Game 1 Rangers vs Canadiens Game Night

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Derek

It’s approximately an hour before game time at the Bell Centre. The Rangers and Canadiens will drop the puck to kick off the 2017 NHL Playoffs. They are one of five first round series starting tonight. The others being Boston … Continue reading →

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2017 NHL Playoffs First Round Picks and Beyond

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Derek

The 2017 NHL Playoffs start Wednesday. Here are my first round picks and playoff predictions. Continue reading →

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