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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.

Without Nash, Rangers tighten up to shutout Flames behind Talbot 1-0

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

This one won’t be fondly remembered for its excitement. Without Rick Nash, who missed the game due to neck spasms, the Rangers played differently. Following two ugly periods that featured way too many icings, rookie Kevin Hayes got the lone … Continue reading →

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Lindberg Assigned Number 48 as Rangers host Flames

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

Per a tweet from Sean Hartnett, Oscar Lindberg has been assigned number 48 by the Rangers. I can’t think of many players who wore 48. At least we know of one who shall for tonight’s game against the Flames. By … Continue reading →

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Rangers recall Oscar Lindberg

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

Due to a flu epidemic, the Rangers have recalled forward Oscar Lindberg from Hartford for tonight’s game against Calgary. The 23-year old Swedish center could make his Broadway debut due to several players under the weather. Shocking considering how ice … Continue reading →

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Canadiens and Ducks swap forwards: Sekac for Smith-Pelly

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

In an interesting deal between two first place clubs, the Canadiens and Ducks swapped a pair of 22-year old forwards. Montreal sent Jiri Sekac to Anaheim in exchange for Devante Smith-Pelly. Each has played secondary roles and each are signed … Continue reading →

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Islanders lock up Nick Leddy to 7-year $38.5 million extension

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders re-signed defenseman Nick Leddy to a seven-year extension worth a reported $38.5 million. Acquired by Team President and GM Garth Snow from Chicago a day before the season, the 23-year old has fit in well under coach Jack … Continue reading →

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Inside Statistics: Rangers 3rd Periods

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Derek

Dating back to last year’s Stanley Cup Final, the Rangers haven’t exactly been lights out in third periods. Presenting, further breakdown of their struggle to close out games. STANLEY CUP BREAKDOWN (Unlucky 3rd) NYR vs LAK GF  GA    Shots … Continue reading →

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Nash Bails Out Rangers In Shootout After Latest Blown Lead

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Derek

At least they won. After blowing a three-goal lead, the Rangers were bailed out by Rick Nash, whose shootout winner allowed them to edge the Blue Jackets 4-3 for their sixth win in the last eight. Without Henrik Lundqvist, they’ve … Continue reading →

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Kreider’s Improvement A Key To Rangers Success

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Derek

When Chris Kreider decides to play, no one can stop him. In his second year, the Rangers 2009 first round pick is starting to figure it out. During last night’s 6-5 come from behind win over the Islanders, he was … Continue reading →

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Rangers score three unanswered in third to stun Islanders 6-5

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Derek

This one was as wild and unpredictable as it gets. For a while, it looked like it would be a repeat of the first three meetings. Not this time. Showing resiliency, the Rangers twice rallied back from two-goal deficits to … Continue reading →

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Hunwick Stays In Over John Moore

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Derek

Earlier, I forecast that John Moore would pair up with Dan Boyle for tonight’s game. Instead, Alain Vigneault has other ideas. Matt Hunwick will stay in the lineup and work with Boyle on the third pair against the Islanders. Interesting … Continue reading →

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