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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.

Etem on conditioning assignment, Devils big winners of trade

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Derek

The Devils beat the Rangers to the punch last Draft getting the real player in Palmieri. Continue reading →

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All-Star rosters announced

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Derek

The NHL revealed the All-Star rosters for the new 3-on-3 tournament format to be played in Nashville on Jan. 31. Devils starter Cory Schneider made it along with the Caps’ Braden Holtby out of the Metropolitan Division. Schneider deserved the … Continue reading →

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Rangers hit the Megna millions in win over Stars

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Derek

Sometimes, you can find a spark when its least expected. Alain Vigneault has been looking for one during his team’s toughest stretch since he took over. Maybe he found it in Jayson Megna. The 25-year old was summoned from Hartford … Continue reading →

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WJC2016: USA defeats Sweden 8-3 to take bronze

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Derek

Team USA came away with the bronze in a 8-3 win over Sweden. Matthew Tkachuk led the way with 2 goals and a assist. Continue reading →

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Devils shutout by Mrazek, Red Wings 1-0

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Derek

Sometimes, you don’t get the breaks. For the most part, the Devils were the better team. However, they couldn’t solve Petr Mrazek, who stopped all 22 shots in 1-0 Red Wings shutout win in Newark. The loss snapped a three-game … Continue reading →

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What Megna’s recall could mean for Etem

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers have recalled forward Jayson Megna from Hartford. In 34 games for the Wolf Pack in the AHL, the 25-year old Megna is second in team scoring with seven goals and 11 assists for 18 points. That isn’t great … Continue reading →

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Kreider likely out for tomorrow

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers get back to work tomorrow night when they play host to the league-leading Stars at Madison Square Garden. Following a disappointing 3-0 shutout loss at Florida, they return home for three in a row. All come against good … Continue reading →

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WJC2016: USA falls to Russia 2-1 in semis

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Derek

There won’t be gold for Auston Matthews and Team USA in Finland. Instead, they’ll play for the bronze tomorrow against Sweden after falling to Russia in the semifinals 2-1 at the Under 20 World Junior Championship. Russia advances to the … Continue reading →

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Russian Hockey Part II

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Derek

In my study of Russian Hockey, I’ll take a look at the impact Russian players have had on the NHL. This post will be about the best individual seasons. Let’s break it down further: In league history, there have been … Continue reading →

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Panthers claw listless Rangers

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Derek

The more things change… the more they stay the same. That is the story for the ’15-16 Rangers who can’t seem to find any consistency 38 games into what’s turning into a worrisome season. Especially with the Pens heating up … Continue reading →

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