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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.

Video of Day: McIlrath draws with Boll

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Derek

Our Video of Day features Dylan McIlrath taking on Jared Boll in a fight at center ice. Following two big hits he delivered on Blue Jackets, McIlrath was challenged by Boll off a face off. A veteran, Boll is a … Continue reading →

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Rangers trade Ryan Bourque to Caps for Chris Brown

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Derek

With most of the hoopla around big acquisition Eric Staal, the Rangers weren’t done a day before the trade deadline. They sent Ryan Bourque to the Capitals in exchange for Chris Brown. Originally taken in the third round in 2009, … Continue reading →

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Official: Rangers acquire Eric Staal

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Derek

Eric Staal to the Rangers is finally done. The Canes franchise center got his wish after waving his no-trade clause only to the team he wanted to play for. The Rangers acquired Staal from Carolina for two second round picks … Continue reading →

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Remembering Andy Bathgate

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Derek

On Friday, hockey lost a legend. Andy Bathgate passed away at the age of 83. A former Ranger who spent 12 seasons on Broadway starring on teams in the 1950’s and early 60’s at the original Madison Square Garden, Bathgate … Continue reading →

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The King of 30

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Derek

Since he entered the league in ’05-06 as a bright eyed rookie, Henrik Lundqvist has been a model of consistency for the Rangers. Having been the backbone of the franchise, he continues to perform at a high level when called … Continue reading →

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Game Review: Hell To Pay

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Derek

The Devils ended their three-game losing streak by posting a much needed win in the final regular season meeting against the Hudson rival Rangers. They earned it with a 5-2 home victory before a sellout crowd of 16,514 at The … Continue reading →

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Hartford recall Skjei to sub in for Staal

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers visit the Devils tonight in the fourth and final regular season meeting. When the puck is dropped at The Rock in Newark, there will be one change to the lineup. It’ll be Hartford recall Brady Skjei subbing in … Continue reading →

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Video: Rozsival tossed for clean hit

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Derek

During Sunday’s Stadium Series between the Blackhawks and Wild at TCF Bank Stadium in Minnesota, Hawks’ defenseman Michal Rozsival was tossed for a clean hit that injured Wild forward Jason Zucker. After Zucker played a bouncing puck, Rozsival stepped into … Continue reading →

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Game Review: Klein’s OT winner gives Rangers 1-0 shutout over Red Wings

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Derek

Kevin Klein is congratulated by Kevin Hayes after beating the Red Wings in overtime as Gustav Nyquist skates by. AP Photo by Seth Wenig/Getty Images Last night, I attended my third game. Luckily, the Red Wings were in town. Featuring … Continue reading →

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Komarov suspended three games

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Derek

During the first period of Thursday night’s game, Leafs’ forward Leo Komarov blatantly elbowed Ryan McDonagh injuring the Rangers’ defenseman. He was assessed a match penalty and automatic game misconduct. Today, the NHL Department of Player Safety acted quickly suspending … Continue reading →

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