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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.

Fan overreaction over World Cup silly

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Derek

Twenty years later, the World Cup of Hockey returns for an exciting tournament. Why the overreaction of some shouldn’t ruin it. Continue reading →

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Pirri adds more depth for Blueshirts

Posted on August 28, 2016 by Derek

The addition of Brandon Pirri makes #NYR forwards even more overcrowded. Is another move coming? Continue reading →

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Vesey Watch results in him being a Ranger

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Derek

Jimmy Vesey decided to become a #NYRanger. How realistic will our fans be? Hopefully the organization will handle the kid right. Continue reading →

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Rangers sign John Gilmour

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Derek

#NYR signed John Gilmour adding D depth to organization. It’ll be status quo on the back end. Continue reading →

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Why Vesey Watch is annoying

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Derek

Who is Jimmy Vesey? A closer look. And who should he choose? Whoever he wants minus the hype. Continue reading →

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Long off season continues for hockey fans

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Derek

Many hockey fans have run out of ideas on Twitter. I have enjoyed the Olympics and baseball in the summer. Continue reading →

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Rangers, Hayes agree for two years, $5.2 million

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Derek

Jeff Gorton completed a great Friday by re-signing Kevin Hayes to a bridge deal worth $2.6 million AAV. The Rangers are counting on Hayes and Mika Zibanejad in the future. Continue reading →

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Rangers, Kreider agree to new contract

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Derek

It went down to the wire. But the Rangers and Chris Kreider hammered out a new 4-year contract worth $4.625 million AAV. Now it’s up to Kreider to take the next step as part of a young nucleus. Continue reading →

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Brassard was first class

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Derek

Whenever a good player gets traded, it’s emotional for both teammates and fans. Take the captain for captain trade at the 2014 deadline that sent Ryan Callahan to Tampa for Martin St. Louis. Callahan was one of the most popular … Continue reading →

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Brassard is Gone

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Derek

In a move to save salary and get younger with a similar player who has upside, the Rangers moved Brassard to the Senators for Mika Zibanejad and a second round pick. Here’s why. Continue reading →

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