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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.

DeAngelo’s hat trick and five points highlight Shestyorkin’s second consecutive win

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Derek

Make Friendships Great! Ryan Strome congratulates Tony DeAngelo on his career game that included a hat trick and five points. AP Photo credit New York Rangers via Getty Images I’ve been sitting here for a while on the couch contemplating … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin gets another start in first taste of Hudson Rivalry

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Derek

Tonight, the Devils pay a visit to Madison Square Garden to take on the Rangers. It feels like forever since these Hudson rivals have seen each other. There was a lot of hype for Jack Hughes and Kaapo Kakko in … Continue reading →

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No supplementary discipline for Lindgren

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Derek

It’s not often I agree with a ruling by NHL Player Safety. I previously had written a critical piece on the hypocrisy of what they decide to review. That’s a consistency issue that will continue to be up for debate. … Continue reading →

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NHL Player Safety hypocrisy

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Derek

During Tuesday night’s game won by the Rangers 5-3 over the Avalanche, rookie defenseman Ryan Lindgren delivered a vicious hit on puck carrier Joonas Donskoi that knocked the Colorado forward to the ice. On the play, Donskoi never saw Lindgren … Continue reading →

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A night to remember for Shesterkin and Rangers

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Derek

Igor Shesterkin gets some love from Henrik Lundqvist after his first NHL win. The Rangers defeated the Avalanche 5-3 at The Garden. AP Photo credit New York Rangers via Getty Images The chants were different this time at Madison Square … Continue reading →

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Igor Shesterkin’s Time Has Finally Come

Posted on January 7, 2020 by Derek

Igor Shesterkin will make his @NHL debut tomorrow vs. Colorado. pic.twitter.com/oBdpBCOAWb — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) January 6, 2020 Following an empty three game road trip in Western Canada, the Rangers made a big decision yesterday that could have a … Continue reading →

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Georgiev gives up late goal to Myers in tough loss to Canucks, Rangers go 0 for 3 in Western Canada, Kreider Appreciation, Vancouver Retro 90’s Night invokes memories

Posted on January 5, 2020 by Derek

Marc Staal battles a Canuck along the boards. AP Photo credit Vancouver Canucks via Getty Images Encouraging is that unlike the first two games, they played well in Vancouver. However, the Rangers still managed to lose a tough one to … Continue reading →

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A telling Gif from Thursday’s loss on Skjei struggles, The harsh reality Blueshirt fans must face

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Derek

I didn’t catch it. However, other fans did. Following an undisciplined minor penalty by Brady Skjei, coach David Quinn had some interesting words with assistant coaches David Oliver and Lindy Ruff on the Rangers bench. Kevin DeLury caught it and … Continue reading →

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Quinn’s baffling decision to bench Kakko unjustified in 4-3 loss at Calgary

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Derek

Mikael Backlund beats Henrik Lundqvist for a crushing shorthanded goal that came three-on-five. The Rangers lost 4-3 to Calgary. AP Photo Credit Calgary Flames via Getty Images The New Year is only two days in going on three. I’m already … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve comeback falls just short

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Derek

It’s been officially 2020 for nearly five hours. Admittedly, I didn’t get to see any of the game last night. Like some people, I was out doing New Year’s Eve stuff with my brother and our friends. Needless to say, … Continue reading →

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