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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.

Holtby shuts out Rangers, Caps lead 2-1

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Derek

It isn’t going to be easy. If they didn’t know by now, the Rangers definitely are in a tough series with the Caps. Braden Holtby stopped all 30 shots to shutout the Rangers 1-0 in Game 3 allowing the Caps … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Ovechkin highlight reel goal

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Derek

Our Video Of Day features who else but Alex Ovechkin. In a losing effort, Alexander The Great scored one of the most ridiculous insane goals you’ll ever see. That it came in Game 2 cutting the Caps’ deficit to 3-2 … Continue reading →

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Rangers hang on to beat Caps 3-2 in Game 2, even series

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Derek

The playoffs keep you on the edge of your seat. Sometimes, they make you very nervous. If your team wins, only then can you breathe a sigh of relief. Let’s just say the Rangers gave every fan anxiety in the … Continue reading →

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Rangers best must step up for critical Game 2

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Derek

Following last night’s stunning 2-1 loss that allowed the Capitals to take Game 1 thanks to Joel Ward’s goal with 1.3 seconds left in regulation, Rangers coach Alain Vigneault called out his best players. When asked to assess Alex Ovechkin’s performance, … Continue reading →

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Game 1 Random Thoughts

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Derek

A review of Game 1 and what didn’t go right for the Rangers and what did for the Capitals. Continue reading →

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Capital Devastation: Ward’s goal with 1.3 seconds left dooms Rangers

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Derek

Joel Ward scored with 1.3 seconds left to give the Caps a stunning 2-1 victory over the Rangers in Game 1. Continue reading →

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Series Preview: Rangers face Capitals test in Round Two

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Derek

If the first round was just an appetizer, then Round Two should be a entree for the Rangers when they face a Capitals test starting tonight at MSG. After dismissing the Penguins in a much closer fought five games that … Continue reading →

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Bishop, Lightning shutout Red Wings 2-0 to advance, Round 2 picks

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Derek

The Lightning became the final team to advance to the second round. Behind 31 saves from Ben Bishop, they shutout the Red Wings 2-0 to take Game 7 at home. Tampa Bay completed a comeback from 3-2 down to best … Continue reading →

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Video: Kronwall suspended a game for hit on Kucherov (UPDATED)

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Derek

During last night’s Game 6 won by the Lightning over the Red Wings, Detroit defenseman Niklas Kronwall delivered a big hit on Tampa forward Nikita Kucherov. There was no penalty on the play. Kronwall is having a hearing for the … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Ovechkin Mic’d Up For Handshake Line

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Derek

Our second Video Of Day features Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin mic’d up during handshakes with the Islanders. The fiery Russian is a breath of fresh air when it comes to his personality revving up fans following the first round victory. … Continue reading →

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