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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.

Nelson’s late goal lifts Islanders over Predators 4-3

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders showed some resiliency responding to a Preds rally by pulling out a hard fought 4-3 win over Nashville. Continue reading →

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Trade Deadline Highlight: Jordyn Leopold’s heartfelt letter to Minnesota brings Daddy home

Posted on March 5, 2015 by Derek

You don’t have to be a sports fan. Jordyn Leopold got her wish. Daddy came home on March 2. Continue reading →

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Zidlicky’s power play goal gives Red Wings 2-1 overtime win over Rangers

Posted on March 4, 2015 by Derek

In his first game, Marek Zidlicky made a difference. After being dealt by the Devils at the trade deadline for a 2016 third round pick, the veteran defenseman got a piece of a loose puck scoring a power play goal … Continue reading →

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Matt Martin suspended one game

Posted on March 4, 2015 by Derek

The NHL suspended Matt Martin one game for kneeing Stars defenseman Trevor Daley during the first period of Tuesday’s game. He was assessed a kneeing major and game misconduct. He’ll forfeit $5,376.34 to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund. It is … Continue reading →

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Lee’s goal with 1.1 seconds left allows Islanders to escape Dallas with point

Posted on March 4, 2015 by Derek

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Cody Eakin watches his overtime winner get past Jaroslav Halak with Calvin de Haan in the picture.AP Photo by Tim Sharp/Getty Images The Islanders were able to sneak a point out of Dallas in a…

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Sabres trade Stewart to Wild, Mitchell and Flynn to Canadiens

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Derek

How much are the Sabres tanking? They parted with two bit parts to the rival Canadiens for picks. You can’t make it up. Continue reading →

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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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