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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.

Game #53: A spirited comeback sparks Rangers past Bruins

Posted on February 7, 2019 by Derek

😃 pic.twitter.com/GrSKGOHoGA — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) February 7, 2019 It was a different game than the other day against the hated Kings. This time, the Rangers showed plenty of resolve in rallying from a 3-1 deficit against the Original … Continue reading →

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Pionk to sit, Vinni Lettieri recalled

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Derek

When the Rangers host the Bruins at 8 PM tonight, there’ll be two changes. Defenseman Neal Pionk will have a seat in the press box. He’s struggled a great deal and looked out of sorts in the previous two games. … Continue reading →

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Devils trade Boyle to Predators for a second round pick, Rangers deal McLeod to Nashville too

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Derek

Out of playoff contention, the Devils began the process of rebuilding for the future today. They traded Brian Boyle to the Predators in exchange for a Nashville 2019 second round pick. The deal is Brian Boyle to NSH. NJ gets … Continue reading →

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Game #52: Rangers see shadow in frustrating 4-3 overtime loss to Kings

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Derek

Groundhog Day just passed. The good news is Chuck didn’t see his shadow, which means an early Spring. Given how nice the weather is, maybe there’s some truth to that. If only that were true when it comes to the … Continue reading →

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Game #51: Strong third not enough for Rangers in tough 3-2 loss to Lightning

Posted on February 3, 2019 by Derek

“It’s nice that we did keep battling and never quit.” Quinn's postgame reaction. pic.twitter.com/mqNrXQo0Oi — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) February 3, 2019 Sometimes, the effort is good enough. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always net the end result. Ask the Rangers following … Continue reading →

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Buchnevich to start on second line for Blueshirts against Rangers South

Posted on February 2, 2019 by Derek

With a later start than usual at the world’s most busiest arena, the Blueshirts will play host to Rangers South tonight. Game time isn’t until 8 PM. I have no idea why. It’s not like St. John’s lost badly to … Continue reading →

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Game #50: Zibanejad’s first hat trick as a Ranger does in Devils 4-3

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Derek

WOW! MIKA 🎩 🎩 🎩 #NYR retake the lead! pic.twitter.com/fOOH6zgz2g — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) February 1, 2019 The first meeting of the season finally took place in Game 50 for the Rangers and Devils. On a frigid night at … Continue reading →

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Rangers visit Devils in first meeting

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Derek

Tonight in about half an hour, the Rangers and Devils renew the Hudson rivalry in Newark. It’s the first meeting of four in a odd season if you go by the schedule. Both teams have played 49 games, and are … Continue reading →

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Pierre McGuire embarrasses classy Olympic Champion Kendall Coyne during telecast

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Derek

I have never had much issue with Pierre McGuire before. Even though the NBC hockey analyst who broadcasts between the benches can be over talkative and strange at times, I’ve usually found his reporting entertaining. He provides interesting bits and … Continue reading →

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Game #49: Rangers run into hot goalie in 1-0 shutout loss to Flyers, Watch Derek’s Vlog

Posted on January 30, 2019 by Derek

Sometimes, hockey is simply explained by running into the hot goalie. The Rangers ran into an unusual one in Anthony Stolarz as he stopped all 38 shots for a 1-0 Flyers shutout at MSG last night. It was the 25-year … Continue reading →

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