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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.

Making Sense of Perreault’s Power Play Demotion

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Derek

When the Rangers visit the Wild in St. Paul on Saturday afternoon, it’ll come with a likely change to the lineup. After missing the last five games, J.T. Miller is expected to return. Assuming he plays, Miller would replace Gabe … Continue reading →

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Rangers Continue to Improve Entering the Weekend

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Derek

Things have changed for the better for the Rangers who took care of the Jets 6-3 on Thursday night in Winnipeg. As has been evident over the past two weeks, they continue to show improvement entering the weekend. By doubling … Continue reading →

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Rangers Revival Continues Thanks to Youth Movement

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Derek

Ever since they returned from the Olympic break, the Rangers have been playing better hockey. Unlike most of what’s been a disappointing centennial anniversary season, they look like they’re having fun. The mood has been a lot lighter after learning … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere Finding Chemistry with Perreault for Rangers

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Derek

In Monday night’s 6-2 win over the Flyers, the Rangers had two key young players step up. Alexis Lafreniere and Gabe Perreault were front and center, combining with Mika Zibanejad for seven points to take three out of four from … Continue reading →

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Sabres’ Win Over Lightning In Game For The Ages

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Derek

On Sunday, it was Hockey Day In America. Both the NHL on TNT and ESPN showed doubleheaders, featuring eight teams. Although the best game between the Wild and Avalanche was decided in a shootout on Nathan MacKinnon’s winner, it paled … Continue reading →

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Hughes Is the Rangers’  Daddy: Posts Hat Trick and Assist in Devils’ win

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Derek

When it comes to the Hudson rivalry, one thing hasn’t changed. Jack Hughes continues to own the Rangers. He’s their Daddy. In another dominant performance, Hughes posted a hat trick and an assist for a four-point game in a 6-3 … Continue reading →

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Rangers Trade Othmann to Flames For Battaglia on Quieter Trade Deadline

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Derek

On what turned out to be a quieter day before the NHL trade deadline, in which Chris Drury decided to hold onto coveted center Vincent Trocheck due to nobody meeting his asking price, the Rangers moved on from former 2021 … Continue reading →

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Rangers Trade Carrick to Sabres for Two Picks

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Derek

On a night that he sat out for the first time this season, popular forward Sam Carrick was traded to the Sabres in exchange for two picks. The deal was first reported by hockey insider Elliotte Friedman following the Rangers’ … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere Leads Younger Blueshirts to Satisfying Win over Maple Leafs

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Derek

In what was the final installment of the special centennial anniversary, the Rangers gave their fans a rare chance to cheer by defeating the Maple Leafs 6-2 at Madison Square Garden. Prior to the game, MSG welcomed back former players … Continue reading →

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Rangers Rally Past Penguins to Win in Shootout

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Derek

Over a month in between wins due to the Olympic break, the Rangers finally ended a five-game losing streak by rallying past the Penguins to win 3-2 in a shootout. It was their first victory since defeating the Bruins 4-3 … Continue reading →

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