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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 #19: Islanders again beat the Rangers in wild 7-5 shootout

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Derek

How would I describe the latest Rangers’ defeat at the hands of their kryptonite, the Islanders? Like this following their 7-5 home win on a snowy night that was highlighted by world beater Anthony Beauvillier’s first career hat trick. https://twitter.com/Kovy274Hart/status/1063280240401756161?s=19 … Continue reading →

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Classic Rivalry continues tonight in Brooklyn

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Derek

In less than an hour, the puck will drop on another installment of a classic rivalry. That’s always been the case whenever the Rangers and Islanders get together. A unique blood rivalry between New York teams that dates back to … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Parity gives underdogs a chance in unpredictable league, Brodeur and Marty St. Louis inducted

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Derek

A look at the current standings tells a story. The 2018-19 NHL season is unlike most. With few exceptions, most teams are struggling. Both the Capitals and Golden Knights would be out of the playoffs if the season ended today. … Continue reading →

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Game #18: The kids get it done in deserved 2-1 Rangers win over Canucks

Posted on November 13, 2018 by Derek

"I'm happy I scored a goal, I'm happy we won the game. That was a great game, the fans are great." – #NYR Filip Chytil https://t.co/cKH6Qv7ICe — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) November 13, 2018 The kids are alright. A classic … Continue reading →

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Buchnevich out four to six weeks with broken thumb

Posted on November 12, 2018 by Derek

When the Rangers skate against the Canucks at the top of the hour, they’ll do so without Pavel Buchnevich. As was feared, he suffered a serious injury to his hand in the shootout win at Columbus. Seen gripping his hand … Continue reading →

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Game #17: Vesey and Buchnevich star in wild 5-4 shootout win over Blue Jackets

Posted on November 11, 2018 by Derek

Not every win is going to be a Picasso or Renoir. That’s precisely how to describe a wild 5-4 Rangers’ shootout win over the Blue Jackets at a loud Nationwide Arena. Twenty-four hours after losing in tough fashion to the … Continue reading →

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Claesson replaces Smith in lineup tonight

Posted on November 10, 2018 by Derek

When the Rangers take on the first place Blue Jackets tonight in Columbus, they’ll do so with a couple of notable lineup changes. One was anticipated while the other is not too surprising even if I don’t necessarily agree. Both … Continue reading →

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Game #16: “We Wilted” Quinn fumes on bad 3-2 overtime loss to Red Wings

Posted on November 10, 2018 by Derek

There really isn’t much to say following that awful third period and overtime display. I don’t care if the second Detroit goal was offside as someone showed on Twitter. There is no excuse for how poorly the Rangers played with … Continue reading →

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Game #15 The most exciting win in a long time as Rangers stun Canadiens 5-3

Posted on November 7, 2018 by Derek

How would I describe tonight’s come from behind win over Montreal? Exciting. Amazing. Unreal. Terrific. You can find so many positive adjectives when it comes to their fourth consecutive win. The Rangers played the kind of determined, together and tough … Continue reading →

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Lias Andersson makes season debut tonight

Posted on November 6, 2018 by Derek

After spending the first month in Hartford where he performed well, 2017 first round pick Lias Andersson makes his season debut for the Blueshirts when they take on the Canadiens at The Garden. Having just turned 20, Andersson believes he … Continue reading →

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