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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.

End of 1st period Shot chart

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Derek

At the end of one period, there’s no score between the Rangers and Islanders. Surprisingly, it was the strong play of the new third line for the Blueshirts that dominated the action. Look at the performance of Tanner Glass, Oscar … Continue reading →

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Glass on 3rd line

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Derek

In a bit of a head scratcher, Tanner Glass will start on the third line for the Blueshirts in tonight’s Islanders game on Rivalry Night. Yes. You read right. Glass is expected to skate with Oscar Lindberg and J.T. Miller. … Continue reading →

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Battle Of New York: Rangers vs Islanders in Brooklyn

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Derek

For the first time in their history, the Islanders will host the Rangers in Brooklyn tonight on Rivalry Night. Two bitter rivals renew the rivalry at 8 PM on NBCSN. The Battle Of New York moves from Nassau Coliseum and … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Boyle in, McIlrath out against Canes

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers enter tonight’s game against the Hurricanes on a three-game losing streak. After getting outclassed by the Habs on Turkey Eve, they fell apart at Boston on Black Friday and were brutal against the Flyers Saturday. With Derek Stepan … Continue reading →

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Flyers humiliate listless Blueshirts

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Derek

Now it’s a slump. Playing a listless brand of hockey at home against a bitter rival, the Rangers were badly outplayed for the final two periods in a 3-0 shutout loss to the Flyers at a quiet MSG. It was … Continue reading →

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Islanders lose to Panthers in wild shootout

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders and Panthers played perhaps the most exciting shootout ever. Don’t believe me? The first nine shooters scored. That’s right. Nine consecutive shooters beat the goaltenders. The Panthers prevailed 3-2 in the skill competition in a unbelievable conclusion. ”That’s … Continue reading →

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Bruins stun Blueshirts late

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Derek

A loss of discipline sent the Rangers to a second straight defeat. Leading 3-2 on a power play goal from J.T. Miller, they fell apart in a disappointing 4-3 loss to the Bruins on Black Friday in a Thanksgiving Special … Continue reading →

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A Happy Rangers Thanksgiving

Posted on November 26, 2015 by Derek

If you were expecting a roasting about the Rangers getting the turkey and stuffing kicked out of them by the Canadiens, that’s not what this post is about. Rather than break down an ugly and rare 5-1 loss on home … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist King Of His Domain

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Derek

If this was a boxing match, it would’ve been scored a unanimous decision in favor of the Predators. Considering all the pressure they applied, it could’ve been a TKO. Unlike prize fighting where blind judges score controversial decisions like the … Continue reading →

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Nash’s hat trick wins it in overtime over Panthers

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Derek

It wasn’t a Picasso. It didn’t have to be. In a confusing yet wild and entertaining game, the Rangers defeated the Panthers 5-4 in overtime. Rick Nash’s hat trick allowed them to bounce back from Thursday’s 2-1 defeat in Tampa. … Continue reading →

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