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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.

Rangers claim Adam Cracknell, get ready for Blues tonight

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Derek

With a day off on Columbus Day, the Rangers made a move claiming forward Adam Cracknell off waivers. The 32-year old from Saskatoon spent last year with the Stars setting career highs in games (69), goals (10), assists (6), points … Continue reading →

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All hail the King: Lundqvist’s 62nd career shutout highlights 2-0 win

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Derek

Henrik Lundqvist recorded his 62nd career shutout (all w/@NYRangers) to move into sole possession of 16th on NHL's all-time list. #NHLStats pic.twitter.com/b9KPhY5Qda — NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) October 9, 2017 We’ve seen this script before. Henrik Lundqvist gets pulled in … Continue reading →

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Game 3: Vigneault at it already benching Chytil, 11 F 7 D vs Habs, Lundqvist vs Price

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Derek

Well, it sure didn’t take Alain Vigneault long to sour on number one pick Filip Chytil. Having only played the talented 18-year old center less than 13 total minutes in two games, the stubborn coach will healthy scratch the kid … Continue reading →

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UnbeLeafable: Lundqvist chased as defenseless Rangers give up eight in 8-5 loss to Maple Leafs

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Derek

New Post: A forgettable night in Toronto, AV kid treatment of Chytil, defense optional #NYR Continue reading →

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NHL Preview and Predictions

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Derek

The new season has already gotten going. Due to my taxing schedule along with a hockey draft, I’ve been unable to put up a preview with predictions. Here’s a quick outlook on a new year. The Pens are trying to … Continue reading →

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Rangers Preview: New look roster faces challenges

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Derek

The waiting is over. Let the 2017-18 season begin. It already did for some teams Wednesday night. A new season got going at MSG for the Rangers who hosted the Avalanche Thursday. It’ll be Year 5 for coach Alain Vigneault. … Continue reading →

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Brian the Buffalo Psychic! Sabres blogger accurately calls the Eichel extension

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Derek

Occasionally, we bloggers get something right. Even if we’re joking. Earlier this morning, loyal Buffalo fan Brian said that Jack Eichel signed a contract extension worth an average of $10 million over eight years. When he said it in our … Continue reading →

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Preseason: Islanders tip Sabres 3-1, Barzal looks good, NHL should start sooner

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Derek

The Islanders have quietly gone about their business this preseason. In their second to last tuneup, they went to Buffalo and defeated the Sabres 3-1. They have yet to lose in regulation improving to 5-0-2. The odd question is why play … Continue reading →

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Rangers down to 25: Chytil in line to debut, Andersson to Frolunda, DeAngelo in, Carey over Lettieri?

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Derek

Eight days away from the home opener against the Avalanche, the Rangers cut down from 32 to 25 players. A day after sending Brandon Halverson and Gabriel Fontaine down to Hartford, they made some more moves. That included loaning first … Continue reading →

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Preseason Games 5-6: A split with Flyers, Lettieri on roster? DeAngelo 7th D? Gorton on Andersson/Chytil

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Derek

Vinni Lettieri has caught the attention of the Rangers https://t.co/hphJdnfFH5 pic.twitter.com/rEABD66tzo — Zesty NY Rangers (@zesty_rangers) September 26, 2017 The final two preseason games have come and gone. In a home and home series with the Flyers that saw each … Continue reading →

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