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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.

Marcus Kruger wins the longest playoff game in Hawks history

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Derek

For nearly six periods, the Blackhawks and Ducks played a epic game at Honda Center. Game 2 of the Western Conference Final was a marathon that went to triple overtime. In a battle of wills, the Hawks found a way … Continue reading →

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McDonagh blasts ‘stupid, selfish’ penalties in Game 2

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Derek

Ryan McDonagh didn’t mince words following Game 2 about his team’s effort. Continue reading →

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Tyler Johnson’s hat trick sparks Lightning past listless Rangers 6-2

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Derek

It was all Tyler Johnson in Game 2. His hat trick led the Bolts past the Blueshirts to even the series. Continue reading →

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Zuccarello begins light workouts, Vigneault doing great job

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Derek

Since taking a Ryan McDonagh shot to the side of his helmet in Game 5 of the first round, Mats Zuccarello has been out with a concussion. During his time off, there have been all sorts of rumors about his … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Stepan presents Moore with the Broadway Hat

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Derek

One thing about these NHL live postgame videos. They never get old if you’re a passionate fan of the winning team. In this latest installment, we see goalscorer Derek Stepan present Dominic Moore with the Broadway Hat following his game … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Hayes sets up Moore’s Game 1 winner

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

Our second and final Video Of Day features what else but Kevin Hayes setting up Dominic Moore’s winner in Game 1 which came with 2:25 left in regulation. It was one of those ugly playoff goals that are beautiful this … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Stepan scores on Bishop

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

Our first Video Of Day features second round hero Derek Stepan breaking through on Ben Bishop with 12.7 seconds left in the second period to give the Rangers a 1-0 lead. His goal came courtesy of some hard work from … Continue reading →

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Former Blueshirts kept in check by former Bolts

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

Much has been made about this series between the Rangers and former Blueshirts. For Game 1, that would be Ryan Callahan of the appendectomy somehow dressing and taking 21 shifts (14:46) after having his appendix taken out. What else would … Continue reading →

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Moore burns Lightning as Rangers draw first blood

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

The intensity was fierce. The score was tied. The goaltending was superb. Nothing separated the Lightning and Rangers for 57 and a half minutes. In a game that seemed destined for overtime, a key role player stepped to the forefront … Continue reading →

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Lightning forward Brian Boyle out for Game 1

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

There’s one change for the Lightning entering today’s big Game 1 against the Rangers in the Eastern Conference Final. They’ll be without ex-Blueshirt Brian Boyle. He’s day-to-day with an injury after not taking warm ups. Boyle is a reliable two-way … Continue reading →

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