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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.

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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Zibanejad makes first impression in Rangers preseason win over Islanders

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Derek

Mika Zibanejad showed great chemistry with Chris Kreider in a Rangers’ preseason win over the Islanders. #NYR Continue reading →

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