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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.

Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Derek

With just seven games remaining, the Rangers are closing in on a division title while chasing home ice. Currently second in the East with 101 points, they trail Montreal by a point with two games at hand. They enter tonight’s … Continue reading →

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Kreider’s two goals and assist help Rangers clinch playoffs in 5-1 win over Senators

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Derek

As if you didn’t already know, the Rangers are back in the playoffs. For the fifth straight year, it became official last night when they put a halt to the Senators’ seven-game win streak with a convincing 5-1 win at … Continue reading →

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Rangers quack Ducks 7-2

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Derek

Facing one of the league’s best teams, the Rangers quacked the Ducks literally snapping out of it with a season high seven goals in a 7-2 win at MSG. It moved them up to 99 points tying Anaheim and Montreal … Continue reading →

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Offense at premium for Rangers as Ducks visit

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers have struggled to score lately. Their best players must step up. Continue reading →

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Richards successful MSG return helps Hawks shutout Rangers

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Derek

Brad Richards with a memorable MSG return scoring the winner in the Hawks’ 1-0 shutout. Continue reading →

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A King’s Irish Luck: Lundqvist cleared to return to practice

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Derek

On St. Paddy’s Day, the Rangers got the luck of the Irish with starting goalie Henrik Lundqvist. The all-time franchise leader in wins (334) and shutouts (55) is finally medically cleared to return to practice. Since suffering a sprained blood … Continue reading →

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St. Louis injury forces Vigneault to adjust

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Derek

With Martin St. Louis out with a right knee injury, Alain Vigneault adjusted his lines and power play units. #NYR Continue reading →

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Was Kreider’s hit on Gudbranson dirty?

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Derek

During the third period of Sunday’s 2-1 win over the Panthers, Chris Kreider delivered a questionable hit on Florida defenseman Erik Gudbranson. After Gudbranson released the puck, Kreider finished his check. The problem was it was a tad late and … Continue reading →

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Talbot makes 38 saves in Rangers 2-1 win over Panthers

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Derek

Cam Talbot continues to be the story for the Rangers making 38 saves in a 2-1 win over the Panthers. Continue reading →

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BONY Preview: Rangers Host Panthers

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers return to host a promising Panthers team that’s improved. Continue reading →

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