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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 injury updates

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Derek

Following last night’s game, the Rangers lost two forwards to injuries during a 4-2 defeat to the Islanders in Brooklyn. Both Matt Puempel and Rick Nash left the game and sustained injuries that will keep them out of action for … Continue reading →

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Is it time to start worrying about Lundqvist?

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Derek

I don’t usually sound off the alarms this early. Following Tuesday night’s 4-2 loss at the Islanders, the Rangers remained tied in points (35) with the Penguins. Pittsburgh moved into first due to playing one less game. The Rangers have … Continue reading →

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Halak outplays Lundqvist in Islanders’ 4-2 win over Rangers

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Derek

Jaroslav Halak was the best player on the ice while Henrik Lundqvist struggled in an Islanders’ 4-2 win over the Rangers. #NYR #NYI Continue reading →

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Kreider’s pair in big third sparks Rangers to 4-2 win over Canes

Posted on December 4, 2016 by Derek

Game Recap: The Rangers exploded for three goals in a big third to win 4-2 over the Canes. #NYR Continue reading →

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Rangers implode in 4-3 loss to Eichel, Sabres

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Derek

On a night where they visited Buffalo, the Rangers got exposed. In truth, they were no match for the Sabres’ speed which was dominant at five-on-five. The score didn’t reflect it. But eventually, Jack Eichel changed the script by scoring … Continue reading →

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Hall returns for Devils, Quenneville to debut in Chicago

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Derek

Devils visit Chicago as John Quenneville debuts, Hall returns. #NJDevils Continue reading →

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Game 25: Vesey faces Sabres, Clendening in for Klein

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Derek

Game Preview: #NYRangers visit #Sabres as Vesey faces Eichel. Clendening in for Klein. Continue reading →

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Are the Islanders back?

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Derek

New Post: Fresh off a big 5-3 win over the #Pens, @nyislanders look to make it 3 in a row at #Caps. Continue reading →

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Game 23: Rangers blanked at home by stingy Senators 2-0

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Derek

New Post: Sens outplay Rangers who didn’t make enough adjustments. Plus thoughts on Gallant firing. #NYRangers Continue reading →

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Game 22: Lundqvist’s 40 saves allows Rangers to hold onto 3-2 win over Flyers

Posted on November 26, 2016 by Derek

Video Highlights and Rangers observations on Lundqvist stealing a win in Philadelphia. #NYRangers #Flyers Continue reading →

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