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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.

Should Noah Syndergaard win NL Rookie Of The Year?

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Derek

Noah Syndergaard is trying to duplicate Jacob deGrom by becoming second consecutive Met to win NL’s top rookie. Continue reading →

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The Summer Of New York Baseball

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Derek

In the dog days of summer, it’s been an exciting one for New York baseball fans. With the Mets sweeping the Nats with an emphatic 5-2 win at a raucous Citi Field tonight, both the Mets and Yankees are in … Continue reading →

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Rangers, Stepan agree to new deal for six years, $39 million

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Derek

Finally, the Rangers and Derek Stepan agreed to a new deal worth $39 million over six years. Continue reading →

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NHL Happenings: Holtby signs, Semin finds new home with Canadiens

Posted on July 25, 2015 by Derek

While the Rangers try to meet Derek Stepan in the middle before his July 27 arbitration date, there have been a couple of noteworthy signings from other teams. The biggest one being Braden Holtby and the Caps agreeing on a … Continue reading →

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Devils sign Larsson for six years, $25 million

Posted on July 25, 2015 by Derek

A day after Lou Lamoriello was introduced by the Maple Leafs as their new general manager, current Devils GM Ray Shero signed Adam Larsson to a six-year $25 million contract. The former 2011 fourth overall pick will make an average … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Stepan down to wire

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Derek

It’s come down to this for the Rangers and Derek Stepan. With his hearing July 27, the two sides have yet to negotiate a new deal that would keep the club’s top center past 2017 when he could become an … Continue reading →

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A Comparison: Derek Stepan versus Ryan Kesler

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Derek

In today’s latest, we look at how Derek Stepan compares to Ryan Kesler. Continue reading →

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Rangers re-sign Fast and Miller, Stepan on deck

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Derek

Over the course of a couple of days, the Rangers have gotten everyone re-signed except for Derek Stepan. A day after re-signing Emerson Etem and Oscar Lindberg, they signed restricted free agents Jesper Fast and J.T. Miller. Former first round … Continue reading →

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Rangers re-sign Etem and Lindberg to one-way contracts

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Derek

Both Emerson Etem and Oscar Lindberg are in #NYR plans for upcoming season. Continue reading →

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Hard Hits: Blackhawks Turn The Page

Posted on July 12, 2015 by Derek

Despite having to make tough choices, the Blackhawks future remains bright due to good drafting. Continue reading →

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