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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.

Rangers place Malone on unconditional waivers for ‘retirement’

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Derek

Earlier this afternoon, Ryan Malone requested the Rangers place him on unconditional waivers so he could retire. The 35-year old veteran left wing was signed by Glen Sather during camp for one-year $700,000. He got into six games before the … Continue reading →

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Zuccarello’s big night lifts Rangers over Panthers 6-3

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Derek

To put it mildly, it’s been a struggle for Mats Zuccarello. The popular feisty Norwegian hasn’t produced consistently. Perhaps coach Alain Vigneault switching lines could be the boost he needs. Zuccarello broke a 10-game goal drought scoring a key insurance … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist Sends Classy Tweet To Brodeur

Posted on February 2, 2015 by Derek

Whichever side of the Hudson rivalry you’re on, Martin Brodeur was a huge part of the intense battles between the Rangers and Devils. His retirement last week ended a brilliant Hall Of Fame career that included three Stanley Cups, four … Continue reading →

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Courageous Lundqvist Leads Rangers To Victory

Posted on February 1, 2015 by Derek

A scary moment turned into a huge sigh of relief. Early in the second period, Henrik Lundqvist took a Brad Malone slap shot to the throat and was down in pain for a few minutes. On the play, Ryan McDonagh … Continue reading →

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What Latest Loss Could Mean For Rangers

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Derek

Tonight, the Rangers were shutout by the Canadiens 1-0 in a hotly contested game at MSG. It was their second straight loss out of the All-Star break. In six periods, they’ve scored one goal. That it came against two Stanley … Continue reading →

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Rangers Not On Par With Islanders

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Derek

There was another big game last night between close rivals. The Rangers and Islanders haven’t been good at the same time in decades. In 2014-15, both seem on a collision course for their first playoff series in 21 years. Coming … Continue reading →

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Islanders Outclass Rangers Again

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Derek

Let the record show that statistics don’t always matter. In tonight’s third Battle Of New York installment of five, the Rangers won on shots-on-goal registering 41 to the Islanders’ 38. It didn’t tell the whole story. When push came to … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Islanders to play tonight

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Derek

Tonight’s game between the Rangers and Islanders is on as scheduled. Even with a winter storm delivering over a foot of snow last night into the morning hours, the two bitter rivals will play at 7 EST in Uniondale. The … Continue reading →

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Okposo Expected To Miss Six To Eight Weeks

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders lost Kyle Okposo for an extended period. He’ll be tough to replace. Continue reading →

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NHL Suspends Rinaldo Eight Games

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Derek

Zac Rinaldo was suspended 8 games by the NHL. Was it enough? Continue reading →

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