Author Archives: Derek

Unknown's avatar

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.

Game 6 Stanley Cup Finals tonight

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Derek

Without the brilliant play of Martin Jones, San Jose would have been cooked. Continue reading →

Posted in Stanley Cup | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Mr. Hockey: Gordie Howe passes away at 88

Posted on June 10, 2016 by Derek

New Post: Remembering hockey legend Gordie Howe #MrHockey Continue reading →

Posted in NHL | Leave a comment

Penguins on verge of Stanley Cup

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Derek

The Stanley Cup has been one sided so far with the Pens dominating the Sharks. Continue reading →

Posted in Stanley Cup | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Islanders take risk with Cizikas

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Derek

The Islanders overpaid Casey Cizikas. Is he worth it? What does it mean for Nielsen, Martin and Okposo? Continue reading →

Posted in Battle News, NY Islanders | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Sam Rosen wins Foster Hewitt Award

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Derek

Finally, Sam Rosen will be recognized for his dedication to the Rangers. Congrats. Continue reading →

Posted in Battle News, NYRangers | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Ulf Samuelsson to coach Hurricanes’ AHL affiliate

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers won’t have Ulf Samuelsson back on their coaching staff next season. The top assistant on Alain Vigneault’s staff was hired by the Hurricanes today. He’ll coach Carolina’s AHL affiliate Charlotte Checkers. A former Ranger who was part of … Continue reading →

Posted in Battle News | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Conference Final Observations

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Derek

Tonight, the Lightning look to advance to a second straight Stanley Cup Final. Do the Penguins have the answer? Continue reading →

Posted in NHL Playoffs | Leave a comment

Remembering Howie Rose’s best calls

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Derek

In tribute to Howie Rose, here are his most memorable calls. John Tavares wins Game Six in overtime sending the Islanders to the second round for the first time since ’93: Stephane Matteau scores in double overtime of Game Seven … Continue reading →

Posted in NY Islanders, NY Rangers, Video Of Day | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Howie Rose leaving Islanders

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Derek

Howie Rose is a legend. Here are my thoughts and memories of him calling hockey games for the Rangers and Islanders. Continue reading →

Posted in Battle News, NY Islanders | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Former Black and Blueshirts still haunt fans in Conference Final

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Derek

As I sit here and punch away on the keyboard, I can’t help but wonder how it all could’ve been different. Of course, I’m thinking back to the 2014 Stanley Cup Final the Rangers lost to the Kings. The cruel … Continue reading →

Posted in NHL Playoffs | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment