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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.

A good Rangers beat writer Rick Carpiniello loses his job

Rick Carpiniello was the best #NYRangers beat writer who interacted with fans and bloggers. He was let go by The Journal News. Continue reading

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Good weekend gets Islanders back on track

John Tavares scored twice and assisted on another as the #NYIslanders got back to .500 over the weekend. Continue reading

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Game #6: Black and Blueshirts out grind Coyotes 3-2

Dan Girardi’s goal was the game-winner in a return to Black and Blueshirts as #NYR won 3-2 over #Coyotes. Continue reading

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Game #6 Coyotes visit Rangers Preview: Girardi returns

A quick look at tonight’s Rangers lineup against the Coyotes with Girardi in. #NYR #Coyotes Continue reading

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Game #5: Vesey scores two pair in big Rangers’ 4-2 comeback win over Caps

Jimmy Vesey’s first career 2-goal game highlighted a good 4-2 win for the Rangers over the Caps. #NYR Continue reading

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Game #5 Preview: Rangers visit Capitals

A look at tonight’s Rangers/Caps game. Thoughts on lineup and Vigneault’s stubborn crap with McIlrath. Continue reading

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Bruins to honor Orr on Golden Anniversary in home opener

Bobby Orr is the greatest defenseman to ever play. Maybe the greatest player. The Bruins honor him tonight 50 years later. Continue reading

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Game #4 Rangers stifled by Howard in 2-1 loss to Red Wings

It was the Jimmy Howard Show at MSG as the Rangers lost to the Red Wings 2-1 despite out-attempting them 74-44. Continue reading

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Game #4 Red Wings visit Rangers as Klein returns for ‘Rivalry Night’

Rivalry Night features Original 6’s Red Wings and Rangers. A look back at the glory days. Plus the awful Miller/Fowler rumor. Continue reading

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Islanders lacking offensive punch for Tavares

John Tavares has been the franchise for the Islanders. Could the captain leave in 2018 if they don’t improve? Continue reading

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