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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.

HARD HITS: The Hart Race nobody wants to acknowledge

Posted on March 1, 2020 by Derek

Last night in a big 3-2 win over the Jets, Oilers center Leon Draisaitl scored twice and picked up an assist to help move Edmonton into second place in the Pacific Division. The power play goal he scored in the … Continue reading →

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Game #64 Kreider fractures foot in crushing loss to Flyers, Rangers must respond to adversity

Posted on February 29, 2020 by Derek

Unbrotherly Love: Kevin Hayes celebrates his goal versus his former team in a Flyers 5-2 win over the Rangers, who lost Chris Kreider to a broken foot. The rematch is Sunday. AP Photo credit Flyers via Getty Images The five-game … Continue reading →

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Game #63 Fox sparks unreal third period comeback in huge Rangers win at Montreal, bottom lines play key role, Georgiev 32 saves, Quinn pushes right buttons

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Derek

Alexandar The Great: Alex Georgiev made 32 saves to allow the Rangers to come back from a two-goal deficit and win 5-2 over the Canadiens at Bell Centre. AP Photo credit New York Rangers via Getty Images You want to … Continue reading →

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Game #62 Panarin and Zibanejad save the Rangers in an emotional 4-3 overtime win over gritty Islanders, Georgiev stands on head, McKegg and Howden score

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Derek

No words. Just a great photograph. AP Photo credit New York Rangers via Getty Images Sometimes, you gotta be lucky. Whether it’s in life or whatever venture, luck being on your side is good. The Rangers were lucky to win … Continue reading →

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Rangers trade Skjei to Hurricanes

Posted on February 24, 2020 by Derek

In a move that was just finalized, the Rangers traded defenseman Brady Skjei to the Hurricanes for a first round pick. Per @PierreVLeBrun, CAR acquires Brady Skjei from the NYR for a first-round pick. — Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) February 24, … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Kreider Agree! Re-sign power forward for seven years, Shesterkin and Buchnevich injured in car accident thankfully not serious

Posted on February 24, 2020 by Derek

On a morning that started off bleak due to the stunning news Team President John Davidson delivered on a conference call that both Igor Shesterkin and Pavel Buchnevich suffered minor injuries in a car accident last night in Brooklyn, the … Continue reading →

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Fire up some Russian hockey to heat up trade deadline day

Posted on February 24, 2020 by Derek

I’ll be honest. I can’t sleep. This day truly will be an emotional one. I don’t want to see Chris Kreider go. I’m tired of some of the best Rangers getting dealt on the highly anticipated NHL Trade Deadline day … Continue reading →

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If this is it for Kreider, it’s been fun

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Derek

I am going to start off this post by saying I don’t know anything about what’s going on between Chris Kreider and the New York Rangers. As fate would have it, it’s right down to the wire. In about 20 … Continue reading →

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Game #61 Shesterkin steals the show as Blueshirts show guts in huge 3-2 win over Sharks, Four out of wildcard, Fast comes up clutch

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Derek

The game’s First Star Igor Shesterkin salutes the crowd following another jaw dropping performance. He made 44 saves to improve to 9-1-0. AP Photo credit New York Rangers It’s not always going to be easy. Playing for the second consecutive … Continue reading →

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Buchnevich distracted by Canes cheerleader, Mrazek save of the game, the reason Lundqvist was a healthy scratch

Posted on February 22, 2020 by Derek

During last night’s game, Pavel Buchnevich was a little distracted coming off the ice following the second period. And for good reason. https://twitter.com/maxtoscano1/status/1231017092754935809?s=19 The Storm Squad Hurricanes cheerleader was noticeable at the end of the first period too. Apparently, the … Continue reading →

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