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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.

Islanders add goalie help with Neuvirth

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders upgraded at the backup spot adding Michal Neuvirth from Buffalo for Chad Johnson. Continue reading →

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Rangers dominate Predators in successful Yandle debut

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers looked excellent against the Predators in Keith Yandle’s Broadway debut winning 4-1 in impressive fashion. Continue reading →

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DEADLINE DAY 2015

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Derek

It is Deadline Day 2015. For hockey fans, it’s Christmas in March. While the freezing winter temps keep things cool, plenty of trades will warm our hearts. With a flurry of activity already including the Rangers blockbuster for Keith Yandle … Continue reading →

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Trade Deadline: Duclair shocked but excited by trade

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

There are always two sides to a story. The same can be echoed for Anthony Duclair. The former Rangers top prospect who showed so much promise early in the season is moving on to a new organization. He was the … Continue reading →

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Trade Deadline: Rangers deal for James Sheppard

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

In yet another move, the Rangers have dealt for forward James Sheppard. As just reported by TSN’s Darren Dreger, they trade yet another pick. This time, it’s a 2016 fourth round pick for Sheppard. With the Sharks struggling to stay … Continue reading →

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Rangers close to re-signing Zuccarello

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

With the dominoes falling after the blockbuster trade for Keith Yandle, it appears the Rangers and Mats Zuccarello figured out a way for him to stay. After being far apart, the two sides got back to negotiating. It appears they … Continue reading →

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Rangers trade Stempniak to Winnipeg

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

In another move, the Rangers traded Lee Stempniak to the Winnipeg Jets for Carl Klingberg. After struggling in a fourth line role, Stempniak had been much better lately posting a two-goal game in a come from behind 4-3 win over … Continue reading →

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Trade Deadline: Rangers/Coyotes Full Details

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

After putting together my thoughts on what is a highly risky trade for Keith Yandle, here is the full breakdown. Rangers Get D Keith Yandle D Chris Summers 2015 4th Round Pick Coyotes Receive D John Moore F Anthony Duclair … Continue reading →

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With Yandle trade, Sather risks future for Stanley Cup

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers are going for it. The trade for Keith Yandle is as ballsy and dangerous as it gets. It’s Cup Or Bust. Continue reading →

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Stempniak’s late heroics rescue Rangers past Coyotes

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Derek

Since a good start, it’s been a tough first year on Broadway for Lee Stempniak. The likable 32-year old West Seneca, New York native has persevered despite being miscast on the fourth line. His first two-goal game of the season … Continue reading →

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