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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.

Raanta makes Vigneault look like a genius

Posted on December 10, 2016 by Derek

Antti Raanta made Alain Vigneault look wise for sticking with him in a 1-0 #NYR shutout of #Blackhawks. Continue reading →

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Islanders give Clutterbuck five-year extension

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Derek

New Post: The Islanders went 5 years for Clutterbuck. A look at Snow’s mistakes. And the current streak they’re on. Continue reading →

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Hayes scores with 1:09 left in a Rangers birthday 2-1 win over the Jets

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Derek

A Birthday Win. NYR special teams. Hayes GW. Defense. Raanta star in win over WPG. #NYRangers Continue reading →

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A Special Birthday Post

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Derek

Life moves pretty fast. I Derek Felix turn 40 today. It’s a day of reflection and celebration. Read up! Continue reading →

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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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