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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.

Laviolette Running Out of Answers

Posted on December 15, 2024 by Derek

In another disappointing performance, the New York Rangers fell behind the St. Louis Blues 3-0 before mounting a third period rally that fell short in a 3-2 loss. Mika Zibanejad played just over 13 minutes. The fewest in five years. He still was sent out late with Chris Kreider down a goal. Continue reading →

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Defense Optional: The Decline of the Rangers

Posted on December 15, 2024 by Derek

During a bad stretch of play, the New York Rangers have fallen out of playoff position entering a critical match against the St. Louis Blues. The season is hanging in the balance. Can they turn it around facing better opponents? Continue reading →

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Rangers to Be Without Miller Due to Injury

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Derek

When they return to the ice on Saturday afternoon, the New York Rangers will be without K’Andre Miller. The 24-year-old defenseman suffered an upper-body injury versus the Buffalo Sabres in Wednesday night’s win. He was placed on injured reserve by … Continue reading →

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Trocheck’s Fight Showed Character for Rangers

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Derek

At last check, the New York Rangers have lost eight of their last eleven games. After a woeful loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Dec. 9, they finally got back in the win column by defeating the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 … Continue reading →

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Nothing Kraken in Another Stinker from Defenseless Rangers

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Derek

Raise your hand if you actually believed that by subtracting Jacob Trouba and defeating the flawed Penguins that the Rangers were back on track. Well, you thought wrong. In an absolute stinker, they blew a 3-1 lead in a hideous … Continue reading →

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Rangers Make Shesterkin the Highest Paid Goalie in NHL history

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Derek

On the same day Jacob Trouba was sent packing to Anaheim, the Rangers and Igor Shesterkin agreed on a record-breaking contract that’ll keep him on Broadway over the next eight years. He became the richest goalie in NHL history. Continue reading →

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Rangers Make Dramatic Change By Unloading Trouba to Ducks

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers made big headlines before their win over the Penguins on Friday by trading captain Jacob Trouba to the Ducks in a huge move that shook the foundation of the roster. Continue reading →

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Rangers and Devils Well Represented at 4 Nations Face-Off

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Derek

On Wednesday, Dec. 4, the rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off were revealed. The tournament will take place in mid-February. It features Finland, Sweden, Canada, and USA. Games will be played between Feb. 12-20. The two teams with the best … Continue reading →

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Key Blueshirts’ Disappearing Act Wearing Thin

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers showed little passion in a disappointing 5-1 loss to the Devils at home. Their opponent gave them several chances to make it a game. Key Blueshirts disappear in loss. Continue reading →

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Rangers’ Berard to Miss Hudson Rivalry Game against Devils

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers host the Devils in the first Battle of Hudson on Monday night at Madison Square Garden. Brett Berard suffered an upper-body injury and will miss the big game. How the Devils stack up. Continue reading →

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