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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.

Buchnevich impressive in Ranger loss to Flyers

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Derek

The final exhibition saw Pavel Buchnevich have his breakout game. #NYRangers Continue reading →

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Islanders win in overtime over Rangers 3-2

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Derek

Antti Raanta stood out for the Rangers in a OT loss to the Islanders. Both teams should compete for third in the division. Continue reading →

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Rangers make cuts, Lapierre released

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers waived Lapierre and Bodie. Competition continues tonight with the Islanders on tap. #NYR Continue reading →

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Preseason Flyers win in overtime over Rangers 4-3

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Derek

There was a preseason game played between the Rangers and Flyers in Philadelphia. It was the Rangers’ fourth exhibition. They lost in overtime 4-3 with Jakub Voracek getting the winner by abusing Ryan McDonagh and Derek Stepan. Let’s just say … Continue reading →

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Dan Boyle to retire as a Shark

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Derek

Dan Boyle will call it a career retiring as a Shark. A look at his career. Continue reading →

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Rangers at Flyers Preseason Game 4

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Derek

A preview of tonight’s Rangers vs Flyers preseason tilt at 7 PM. #NYRangers Continue reading →

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The heart can’t measure the eye test with Rangers’ warrior Girardi

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Derek

Dan Girardi has been the heart and soul of the Blueshirts for a decade. It might be time to part ways. #NYR Continue reading →

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Taylor Hall scores in Devils preseason 5-4 win over Rangers

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Derek

Taylor Hall scored in his Devils’ debut in an entertaining preseason match against the Rangers. Continue reading →

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Taylor Hall to debut for Devils tonight

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Derek

Taylor Hall will debut as a Devil in their home preseason game against the Rangers. #NJDevils Continue reading →

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Competition continues for deeper Blueshirts

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Derek

With a deeper roster, competition is heating up for #NYRangers as they visit #NJDevils tonight. Continue reading →

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