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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.

Richards successful MSG return helps Hawks shutout Rangers

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Derek

Brad Richards with a memorable MSG return scoring the winner in the Hawks’ 1-0 shutout. Continue reading →

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A King’s Irish Luck: Lundqvist cleared to return to practice

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Derek

On St. Paddy’s Day, the Rangers got the luck of the Irish with starting goalie Henrik Lundqvist. The all-time franchise leader in wins (334) and shutouts (55) is finally medically cleared to return to practice. Since suffering a sprained blood … Continue reading →

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St. Louis injury forces Vigneault to adjust

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Derek

With Martin St. Louis out with a right knee injury, Alain Vigneault adjusted his lines and power play units. #NYR Continue reading →

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Was Kreider’s hit on Gudbranson dirty?

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Derek

During the third period of Sunday’s 2-1 win over the Panthers, Chris Kreider delivered a questionable hit on Florida defenseman Erik Gudbranson. After Gudbranson released the puck, Kreider finished his check. The problem was it was a tad late and … Continue reading →

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Talbot makes 38 saves in Rangers 2-1 win over Panthers

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Derek

Cam Talbot continues to be the story for the Rangers making 38 saves in a 2-1 win over the Panthers. Continue reading →

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BONY Preview: Rangers Host Panthers

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers return to host a promising Panthers team that’s improved. Continue reading →

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Skapski Skaps! First career shutout in win over Sabres

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Derek

It didn’t come easy but MacKenzie Skapski posted his first NHL shutout in a 2-0 Rangers win over the Sabres. Continue reading →

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MacKenzie Skapski gets second start against lottery driven Sabres

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Derek

While MacKenzie Skapski aims for his 2nd win in 2 starts at Buffalo, the rebuilding Sabres are at the bottom of the league pinning their hopes on Connor McDavid or Jack Eichel. Continue reading →

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Klein out three to four weeks

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers got bad news on defenseman Kevin Klein. He’s expected to be out three to four weeks. In typical fashion befitting of how James Dolan runs The Garden, the organization is terming it an “upper body” injury. Why bother … Continue reading →

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Injured Ranger defenseman Kevin Klein returns to New York

Posted on March 12, 2015 by Derek

After limping off the ice with 41 seconds left in last night’s 3-1 win over the Capitals, Ranger defenseman Kevin Klein returned to New York today where team doctors are examining his left arm. He blocked a Alexander Ovechkin shot … Continue reading →

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