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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.

WJC2017: USA wins gold in a 5-4 shootout win over Canada

Originally posted on Hockey Prospects Plus:
American Glory: Team USA takes the championship photo after edging Canada in a memorable final prevailing 5-4 in a shootout at the IIHF U20 World Junior Championship in Montreal. AP Photo via Getty Images…

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A Preview of USA vs Canada

Tonight at 8 PM on the East coast up in Montreal, USA takes on Canada in the U20 World Junior Championship for gold. If the past is any indication, it should be memorable. It’s all on the line at Bell … Continue reading

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Game #41: Rangers respond with 5-2 win over Flyers on Rivalry Night

New Post: Rangers with great response in win over Flyers who acted like sore losers at end #NYR #Flyers #RivalryNight Continue reading

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A New Year’s Hangover

New Post: Sabres humiliate lifeless Rangers who may have been hungover. #NYR #Sabres Continue reading

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Kreider hat trick hits Colorado with Avalanche in New Year’s Eve celebration

New Post: Chris Kreider’s 2nd career hat trick gives #NYR win on New Year’s Eve over hapless #Avs Continue reading

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Islanders waive Halak

In a move that finally came today, the Islanders placed goalie Jaroslav Halak on waivers. The 31-year old veteran struggled in his third year with the club. Following a very good World Cup of Hockey tournament in which he backstopped … Continue reading

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Game 37: Holden It Down

A great Ranger comeback win. A fun recap. #Holden4Norris #Stepan #Raanta star. #NYR #Sens Continue reading

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Christmas Hockey Observations

Plenty of hockey thoughts for Christmas #Crosby #BlueJackets
#Calder #Devils #Rangers #Chanukah Continue reading

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Congrats Jagr on passing Messier for second all-time in scoring

New Post: Congrats Jaromir Jagr! 1888 points. Continue reading

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Jagr ties Messier in points

Jaromir Jagr is special. Number 68 is a hockey legend who tied Messier with 1887 points. A player who loves the game. Continue reading

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