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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.

Sabres sign Eichel’s college teammate Evan Rodrigues

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Derek

In lieu of the Sabres finishing second in Saturday’s NHL Draft Lottery, the club signed Evan Rodrigues earlier today to a two-year entry level contract. A teammate of expected second overall pick Jack Eichel, Rodrigues tallied 21 goals and 40 … Continue reading →

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Rangers need killer instinct against chippy Pens

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Derek

When the puck drops for Game 4 at Consol Energy Center, the Rangers will look to win their second straight road game from the Penguins. If they can, they’ll be able to return to MSG for Game 5 Friday with … Continue reading →

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No hearing for Tom Wilson on Visnovsky hit, Grabovski could play in Game 5

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Derek

The NHL decided against having a hearing for Tom Wilson following his hit on Lubomir Visnovsky that injured the Islanders defenseman in the second period of Game 4. The Caps’ forward charged Visnovsky going back to the penalty box. Unfortunately, Visnovsky … Continue reading →

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Game 4 Capitals 2 Islanders 1 Backstrom’s overtime winner evens series

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Derek

It was all set up for the Islanders. Following a thrilling 2-1 Game 3 overtime triumph on captain John Tavares’ goal 15 seconds in, the Long Island hosts had a great chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead over … Continue reading →

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Rangers hang on to beat Pens 2-1 in Game 3

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers made it more difficult than it had to be but prevailed 2-1 in Game 3 over the Penguins to take back home ice. Continue reading →

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Game 2 Review: Penguins outplay Rangers to even series

Posted on April 19, 2015 by Derek

In the playoffs, there’s no such thing as a guarantee. Before the series, most prognosticators had the Rangers winning easy over the Penguins in four or five games. Not so fast. It was the underdog who was ready from the … Continue reading →

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No changes for Pens and Rangers in Game 2

Posted on April 18, 2015 by Derek

When the puck finally drops at 8:25 PM for Game 2, the Pens and Rangers will have waited long enough. Due to the NHL schedule the Draft Lottery at 8 PM featuring the Sabres, Coyotes, Oilers, Maple Leafs, Devils, Flyers … Continue reading →

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Capitals comeback squares series, defeat Islanders 4-3 to take Game 2

Posted on April 18, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders had their chances. They easily could’ve taken a commanding 2-0 series lead on the Capitals with the next two in their barn. Instead, they had to settle for a split in Washington. The Caps rallied from a 3-1 … Continue reading →

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Quick start propels Rangers past Penguins 2-1 in Game 1

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Derek

By the thunderous sound of the crowd, the fans were ready. They’d been waiting for this. Everyone has. The Rangers didn’t disappoint using a quick start to edge the Penguins 2-1 and take Game 1 of the best-of-seven Eastern Conference … Continue reading →

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NHL Playoffs: Rangers and Penguins ready for Game 1

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers and Penguins are ready for Game 1 of their first round series. How do they stack up? Continue reading →

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