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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.

The Kids Are Alright: Fast and Miller Spark Rangers Past Stumbling Flyers

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Derek

Every now and then, you need your kids to contribute. For the Rangers, that came Saturday in a 5-2 home win over the hapless Flyers. With Tanner Glass becoming the latest player to suffer from the mumps and Chris Kreider … Continue reading →

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My Name Is Jhonas: Enroth sparks Sabres Revival

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Derek

“My name is Jonas… I’m carrying the wheel…” Don’t look now. The Sabres have been playing their best hockey. Led by goalie Jhonas Enroth, they’ve won five of their last six. That included an impressive home-and-home sweep of the Canadiens … Continue reading →

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Islanders behind Halak hold off Devils

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Derek

With another legend in the house, the Islanders put on a good show. Before a sold out Nassau Coliseum, they held off the Devils 3-1 in front of legendary former captain Denis Potvin. The all-time great defenseman who led the … Continue reading →

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Callahan dooms Rangers spoiling St. Louis’ return

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Derek

The Rangers have plenty to be thankful for. Playing in a mediocre division, they’ve survived without captain Ryan McDonagh. If there’s one thing they won’t appreciate, it’s the way former captain Ryan Callahan has treated them. In two games so … Continue reading →

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On Turkey Eve, Martin St. Louis returns to Tampa

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Derek

Tonight, there will be plenty of emotion for Marty St. Louis who returns to Tampa for the first time since the big trade last March. The former Hart winner who led the Lightning to the franchise’s only Stanley Cup spent … Continue reading →

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Schneider’s 34 saves not enough in loss to Canucks

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Derek

Cory Schneider returned to Vancouver. He did his part making 34 saves. His teammates did not. The Devils were shutout by the Canucks 2-0. Ryan Miller made 20 saves to hand them a second straight defeat. They concluded a four-game … Continue reading →

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Rangers dominate Canadiens 5-0

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Derek

This one was one to point to. Playing for the first time since Wednesday due to the cancellation of the Sabres game, the Rangers handled the Canadiens with ease winning 5-0 at MSG. Their second straight win was a repeat … Continue reading →

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“First Place Islanders” Sweep Penguins On Billy Smith Night

Posted on November 23, 2014 by Derek

On a special night, the Islanders honored Billy Smith by sweeping the Penguins with a big 4-1 win to move into a first place tie. They’re off to a 14-6-0 start. The club’s best since 1987-88. Continue reading →

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In Cam We Trust: Talbot Shuts Out Flyers

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Derek

In Cam We Trust. Behind the goaltending of Cam Talbot, the Rangers shutout the Flyers 2-0 to end a three-game losing streak. Making his first start since Nov. 8, Talbot was sharp turning aside all 31 shots for his fourth … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Rangers host Flyers on Rivalry Night

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Derek

Eight days before Thanksgiving, the Rangers and Flyers renew acquaintances. The first meeting of the season is featured on NBC Sports Network for Rivalry Night with a late 8 PM start. If it’s anything like the one they played against … Continue reading →

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