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About Derek

Derek is a creative writer who enjoys taking photographs, working on poetry, and covering hockey. A free spirit who loves the outdoors, a diverse selection of music, and writing, he's a former St. John's University alumni with a degree in Sports Management. Derek covers the Rangers for Battle of Hudson and is a contributor to The Hockey Writers. His appreciation of art and nature are his true passions.

Rangers Make Wise Decision Adding Tolvanen

Posted on September 2, 2026 by Derek

Late yesterday afternoon, the Rangers agreed to a one-year, $1.5 million contract with unrestricted free agent Eeli Tolvanen. A solid defensive forward who can provide secondary scoring along with physicality, the 27-year-old Tolvanen was a player I hoped the Rangers … Continue reading →

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Avalanche Make Makar the Richest Player in NHL History

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Derek

On Friday afternoon, the Colorado Avalanche and Cale Makar made it official by agreeing to the richest contract extension in NHL history. Makar proudly announced it on the Avalanche Twitter/X page. When hockey insider Elliotte Friedman revealed the salary cap … Continue reading →

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August highlighted by top 20 lists and the unholy war for Quinn Hughes

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Derek

With only a few days left in August, hockey is around the corner. Believe it or not, only 33 days remain until a new season begins. On Sept. 29, the NHL will start a bit sooner with an 84-game schedule … Continue reading →

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Rangers Hire Quick as director of goaltending development, bring back Brassard

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Derek

On Tuesday, the New York Rangers hired Jonathan Quick as the new director of goaltending development. In the same busy month that saw Madison Square Garden CEO James Dolan step aside so son Quentin Dolan could become the new President, … Continue reading →

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Devils Open Season With Flyers

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Derek

On Thursday, the NHL released the official schedule for the 2026-27 season. For the Devils, they’ll have to wait a couple of days before beginning their campaign. On October 1, the Turnpike rivalry will be renewed when Jack Hughes and … Continue reading →

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A Closer Look at the Rangers schedule

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Derek

On Thursday, Jul. 16, the NHL revealed the release of the 2026-27 schedule. For the first time since 1993-94, it’ll include 84 games. By adding two more to the schedule, it guarantees four games for each divisional opponent. Previously, there … Continue reading →

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Devils’ Mehta Continues to Improve Roster in Good Off-season

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Derek

Entering the off-season, new Devils team president and general manager Sunny Mehta had his work cut out for him. Looking to revamp a roster that missed the postseason, Mehta has done a good job managing the salary cap by making … Continue reading →

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Rangers, Schneider Agree to one year deal to avoid arbitration

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Derek

A day following the NHL setting the date for salary arbitration for July 29, the Rangers and Braden Schneider reached agreement on a one-year deal worth $5.5 million. Elliotte Friedman broke the news on Monday that the two sides reached … Continue reading →

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Drury’s Overhaul Bolsters Rangers

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Derek

When the clock struck high noon, it didn’t look like the Rangers would do anything significant on July 1. By the conclusion of Canada Day, team president and general manager Chris Drury had dramatically changed the roster. The first move … Continue reading →

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July 1 Free Agency Preview

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Derek

It’s officially July 1. Happy Canada Day! Always one of the most anticipated days of the year for puckers, NHL free agency gets rolling this afternoon. Already, we’ve seen some reported signings. According to Kevin Weekes, the Devils are expected … Continue reading →

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