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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.

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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Rangers Deal Edstrom to Predators on Day Two of the NHL Draft

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Derek

On Saturday, the 2026 NHL Draft concluded with Rounds two through seven. For the Rangers, that meant making eight more selections. After taking highly rated defenseman Albert Smits fifth overall on Friday night, they went heavy on defense yesterday to … Continue reading →

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Rangers Select Defenseman Alberts Smits

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Derek

On a night filled with anticipation, the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft certainly delivered. Highlighted by Leafs’ celebrity fan Justin Bieber making the first overall selection of Gavin McKenna to chuckles in Buffalo, it didn’t disappoint. In fact, … Continue reading →

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Rangers Acquire Dorofeyev in Blockbuster with Vegas

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Derek

On the same night they selected defenseman Alberts Smits with the number five overall pick, the Rangers made a blockbuster trade with the Golden Knights by acquiring scoring forward Pavel Dorofeyev. Before they even selected Smits, ESPN hockey insider Emily … Continue reading →

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Rangers trade Berard to Canadiens

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Derek

On the first day of NHL Draft weekend, the Rangers moved on from Brett Berard by trading him to the Canadiens for William Trudeau. Following a rookie season that saw him tally six goals and four assists for 10 points … Continue reading →

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Rangers Face Important Decisions with 2026 NHL Draft

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Derek

Two days from now, the 2026 NHL Draft will take place in Buffalo. On Friday night, what promises to be a memorable first round takes place at First Niagara Center. While most of the hoopla surrounding Gavin McKenna and Ivar … Continue reading →

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Canadiens end Sabres’ special season

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Derek

In the end, the Sabres came up a goal short of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals. The Canadiens ended the Sabres’ special season by defeating them 3-2 on Alex Newhook’s overtime winner in Game 7 at KeyBank Center. It was … Continue reading →

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Desperation Mode Leads to Lightning win in Overtime

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Derek

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are only a few days in. However, we’ve already seen what happens when the more desperate team needs to respond to adversity. It was on full display during a Lightning 3-2 win in overtime against the … Continue reading →

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Epic Scenes From Sabres Return to Playoffs

Posted on April 21, 2026 by Derek

On Sunday, the Buffalo Sabres finally returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in 15 years. It was well worth the wait. After falling behind the Boston Bruins 2-0, it looked like the Sabres would get shut … Continue reading →

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