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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.

Keys For Rangers Tonight

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers are facing their first adversity of the playoffs. Up against a tougher opponent, they enter tonight’s Game 4 trailing the Capitals two games to one. They don’t want to return to MSG Friday in a 3-1 predicament. It’ll … Continue reading →

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NHL Playoffs: Flames overcome disallowed goal to win Game 3 in overtime over Ducks

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Derek

In one of the wildest games these playoffs, the Flames overcame a controversy disallowed goal to stun the Ducks 4-3 in overtime. Continue reading →

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Martin St. Louis remains confident despite his struggles

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Derek

One of the keys to last year’s run was the clutch play of savvy veteran Martin St. Louis. Acquired by Glen Sather in a captain for captain deal that sent Ryan Callahan plus first round picks to Tampa, the former … Continue reading →

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Nassau Coliseum ice removal end of an era for Islanders

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Derek

On April 25, the Islanders played their final home game at Nassau War Memorial Veteran’s Coliseum. They defeated the Caps 3-1 in Game 6 at least winning one more time in Uniondale. Unfortunately, their season came to an end two … Continue reading →

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Rangers Offense Missing Against Tough Capitals

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Derek

Against the Caps, the Rangers are finding offense hard to come by. Their best players must perform better in Game 4. Continue reading →

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Quote Of Day

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Derek

Today’s quote comes from Rangers defenseman Dan Girardi following a tough 1-0 Game 3 loss to the Capitals. Braden Holtby stopped all 30 shots for the shutout. Girardi talked about what they must do better to even the second round … Continue reading →

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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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