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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 2 Rangers at Senators, Cam Talbot and that idiot Milbury

Posted on April 29, 2017 by Derek

In about 15 minutes, the Rangers will look to even the best-of-seven second round series against the Senators at Canadian Tire Centre. Yet another arena where naming rights change too much. It used to be Scotiabank. And god knows what … Continue reading →

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Karlsson’s goal stuns Rangers 2-1, Sens lead series 1-0

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Derek

Game Recap: Karlsson’s goal stuns Rangers, Sens lead 1-0

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Henrik Lundqvist is kind of good

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Derek

Henrik Lundqvist stoned the Sens in period 1. Take a look. Anderson was good too. Continue reading →

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Round Two Series Preview: Rangers vs Senators

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Derek

New Post: Rangers vs Senators Series Preview and Prediction #NYR #Sens Continue reading →

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MacArthur sets up Rangers/Senators, Johansson sets up Pens/Caps

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Derek

Some great 2nd round series coming in the East. Pens vs Caps. Rangers vs Sens

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Rangers fans owe Dan Girardi an apology

Posted on April 23, 2017 by Derek

New Post: Dan Girardi had a excellent first round.

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Lundqvist outplays Price in big first round win

Posted on April 23, 2017 by Derek

Entering the playoffs, the lingering questions still were being asked. Could Henrik Lundqvist put behind the worst season of a brilliant career? The proud 35-year old Swedish King answered it loudly. In resounding fashion, he outplayed Carey Price in the … Continue reading →

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The Lundqvist Save on Weber

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Derek

Sometimes, words don’t need to be expressed over a great player. Henrik Lundqvist has and still is great. Don’t believe me? Ask Shea Weber after this absolute rocket of a one-timer that Lundqvist got with his outstretched glove to rob … Continue reading →

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Blues advance over Wild in OT, Vezina candidates named

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Derek

Before puck drop for a huge Game 6 between the Canadiens and Rangers at MSG, here are a couple of notes to pass along. The Blues eliminated the Wild by defeating them 4-3 in overtime at Excel Energy Center in … Continue reading →

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Game 6 Rangers look to advance versus Canadiens

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Derek

Tonight is one of those nights where the fans will be into it before face-off. The Rangers look to advance versus the Canadiens in Game 6 at what should be a loud MSG at 8 PM. This is the game … Continue reading →

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