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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.

Defense Optional: Panarin’s Lapses Prove Costly in Rangers’ Loss to Avalanche

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Derek

In their second straight loss on the road, the New York Rangers were guilty of some lackadaisical play that came back to bite them. The high-powered Colorado Avalanche took advantage of sloppy turnovers and poor coverage to win 6-3 over … Continue reading →

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Sullivan’s Lines Resemble the Old Line Blender

Posted on November 20, 2025 by Derek

As they enter the second quarter of the 2025-26 schedule, with Colorado the second stop on a three-game road swing that concludes in Utah on Saturday, the Rangers still remain unsettled with their lineup. Most of that has to do … Continue reading →

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No More BS From Underwhelming Miller

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Derek

J.T. Miller was brought in to make a difference. At least, that was the biggest reason the Rangers went out and got him last January from the Canucks. Instead of building on a strong finish to last season in his … Continue reading →

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Rangers Drop Second Straight Game In Loss To Golden Knights

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Derek

It was a frustrating start to the three-game road trip for the New York Rangers, whose late rally fell short in a 3-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights at The Fortress. The loss was their second in a row. … Continue reading →

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Quick’s Strong Reaction Was Needed For Rangers

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Derek

A day later, much has been made of Jonathan Quick going after Mason Appleton following his shot at an empty net when time expired. Considering how poorly the Rangers played, the 2-1 final score didn’t tell the whole story. To … Continue reading →

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Rangers Remain Puzzling After Latest Loss At MSG

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Derek

It’s getting harder and harder to assess who the New York Rangers are this season. After picking up their league best ninth win on the road via a 2-1 shootout triumph over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday, they again … Continue reading →

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Rangers Call Up Scott Morrow and Send Down Gabe Perreault

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Derek

Following Saturday night’s 2-1 shootout win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, the New York Rangers were busy today. They have called up defenseman Scott Morrow from the Hartford Wolf Pack and sent down forward Gabe Perreault. The moves aren’t that … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad Becomes Eighth Ranger to 600 Points

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Derek

During the second period of the New York Rangers’ 2-1 shootout win over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, Mika Zibanejad scored a power-play goal to join an exclusive club. His goal was the 600th point as a Ranger. … Continue reading →

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Borgen Out Tonight for Rangers

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Derek

At the top of the hour, the New York Rangers will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. They won’t have defenseman Will Borgen available. In their 7-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, Borgen finished … Continue reading →

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Jack Hughes Expected to Miss Eight Weeks Due to Surgery on Finger

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Derek

The New Jersey Devils provided an update on Jack Hughes. They announced that Hughes underwent successful surgery on his finger. He’s expected to miss eight weeks due to the procedure. Hughes suffered the injury when he accidentally cut his finger … Continue reading →

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