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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.

Rangers’ Defense Struggles In Overtime Loss To Utah HC

Posted on October 13, 2024 by Derek

In their home opener, the Rangers dropped a 6-5 decision to the Utah Hockey Club at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. Continue reading →

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The Case Of Shesterkin

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Derek

Entering a contract year, Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin is determined to redefine the goalie market with a record setting new contract. He turned down the Rangers’ offer on Tuesday. How does he compare to other goalies? Will he earn his desired salary? Continue reading →

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Rangers and Lafreniere Close To An Extension

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Derek

A day following their first victory of the new season, it looks like the New York Rangers are close to signing Alexis Lafreniere to a contract extension. According to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, the two sides have made significant progress … Continue reading →

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Rangers Dominate Season Opener

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Derek

The first game went about as well as can be expected. When the puck was dropped at PPG Paints Arena, it was all Rangers. They dominated the Penguins to easily win the season opener 6-0 on Wednesday night in Pittsburgh. … Continue reading →

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Rangers Preview: Cup or Bust

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Derek

When the puck drops on a new season against the Penguins later tonight, the Rangers will be under the weight of heavy expectations. After coming close in two of the past three years, it’s Cup or bust for a core … Continue reading →

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NHL Preview: Cup Winner Hard To Predict

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Derek

Entering the start of a new season, with the Devils and Sabres having already completed a two-game series over in Prague for reasons only known to the league, there isn’t a consensus pick to win the Stanley Cup. At least … Continue reading →

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Edstrom Makes Rangers Roster

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Derek

Nothing is official yet. But it looks like Adam Edstrom will start the year with the New York Rangers. A 2019 sixth round pick, the 23-year-old forward had a strong training camp. Most notably, he scored a few goals while … Continue reading →

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Rangers Defense Gets Exposed Without Lindgren In Preseason Finale

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Derek

In what amounted to the final tuneup before the regular season, the New York Rangers were outclassed by the New York Islanders in an ugly 5-2 preseason loss in Elmont, New York. Facing a full Islanders lineup, the Rangers were … Continue reading →

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Mancini Makes A Case To Stay

Posted on October 2, 2024 by Derek

With preseason concluding this weekend, both Victor Mancini and Connor Mackey have made strong cases to stay with the New York Rangers. Along with Adam Edstrom, two of those three players are likely to be part of the roster when things start up next week at Pittsburgh. Continue reading →

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Vesey To Miss Time Due To Injury

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Derek

Jimmy Vesey is expected to miss some weeks due to a lower-body injury, creating an opportunity for Adam Edstrom, who is performing well in preseason. The Rangers may feature a young lineup in upcoming games, with roster decisions pending before the season opener against the Penguins on October 9. Continue reading →

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