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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.

Early Returns on Kakko with Kraken are Good

Posted on January 18, 2025 by Derek

Out West in Seattle, a familiar face now plays for the Kraken. For the first five and a half years of his career, Kaapo Kakko played for the Rangers after they selected him second overall in 2019. After having some … Continue reading →

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Carrick Deserved to Be Rewarded in Rangers’ Frustrating Overtime Loss to Avalanche

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Derek

They fell a little short of winning a third straight game. Instead, the Rangers suffered a frustrating 3-2 overtime loss to the Avalanche last night. They blew a one-goal lead late in regulation when Artturi Lehkonen took advantage of a … Continue reading →

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Role Players Stepping Up for Rangers

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Derek

Occasionally, successful teams need role players to contribute to victories. In the Rangers last two games, which were both wins over quality teams, it’s been the role guys who have stepped up to make a difference. In Thursday’s 3-2 overtime … Continue reading →

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Carrick Plays Unlikely Overtime Hero for Rangers in Stronger Effort

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Derek

Sometimes, hard work pays off. It did for the Rangers in a well-deserved 3-2 overtime win over the Devils at 33rd and 7th on Thursday night. It was their second victory over the last three in what’s a more optimistic … Continue reading →

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Rangers Blow Lead in Loss to Stars due to Miller’s Costly Mistake

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Derek

When you can’t string together wins, it’s often due to a lack of consistency. In a frustrating 5-4 overtime loss to the Stars, the Rangers fell short of winning two straight games due to a costly mistake from K’Andre Miller. … Continue reading →

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Rangers Claim Kaliyev off Waivers

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Derek

A day after earning a 6-2 win over the Blackhawks, the Rangers made some news off the ice by claiming Arthur Kaliyev off waivers. The former King will join the team when they host the Stars tomorrow night at 33rd … Continue reading →

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Challenge System Needs To be Changed after Cuylle’s goal gets overturned in Rangers’ loss

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Derek

On Saturday, Jan. 4, the New York Rangers lost to the Washington Capitals 7-4 at Capital One Arena in DC. It was their fifth loss over the last six. However, that isn’t the story of the game. Instead, it’s what … Continue reading →

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USA Set for Semifinal against Czechia at World Junior Championships

Posted on January 3, 2025 by Derek

This year’s World Junior Championships has moved rapidly. Ottawa is hosting the 2025 WJC Tournament. What started out as a round robin tournament that included 10 countries is now down to the final four. The semifinals will be played on … Continue reading →

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Rangers place Shesterkin on Injured Reserve

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Derek

When it rains it pours. For the New York Rangers, the news isn’t good on Igor Shesterkin. In a story Mollie Walker of the NY Post broke earlier today, the Rangers placed Shesterkin on injured reserve with an upper-body injury. … Continue reading →

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Rangers End Year with Fourth Consecutive Loss

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers dropped their fourth game in a row by losing a tough one to the Panthers to end a miserable December that saw them win only three times. Continue reading →

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