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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 Birthday Game: Rangers host Penguins

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Derek

Today is my birthday. For a second straight year, the Rangers are playing on my birthday. Hopefully, it won’t be a repeat of last year. They got beat soundly by the Capitals 4-1. This time, they host the Penguins. A … Continue reading →

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Disgraceful In Detroit

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Derek

There have been too many nights where you’re left scratching your head. That was indeed the case in the latest puzzling loss. This time, the Rangers blew a two-goal lead in a gut punching 3-2 loss to the Red Wings … Continue reading →

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Rangers at Red Wings

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Derek

After four days off, the Rangers finally return to the ice tonight at The Joe where they’ll take on the Red Wings. It’s the second meeting of three this season. The Rangers took the first meeting 4-3 in overtime at … Continue reading →

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Blues comeback over Isles gives Brodeur win number 689

Posted on December 6, 2014 by Derek

Martin Brodeur picked up his first win as a Blue in relief. With his new team trailing the Islanders 3-0 after one period, Brodeur relieved Jake Allen (3 GA on 12 shots). St. Louis coach Ken Hitchcock’s move paid off … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Senators Honor Daniel Alfredsson On Retirement

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Derek

Last night in Ottawa was an emotional night. Prior to taking on the Islanders, the Senators honored former captain Daniel Alfredsson during a touching retirement ceremony. The popular franchise leading scorer was welcomed home with open arms. Following a press … Continue reading →

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The Final Chapter: Brodeur can write final script with Blues

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Derek

Imagine your favorite player in a different jersey. Tonight, that’s something Devil fans will experience. In between watching their team take on the Maple Leafs, their curiosity will peak when Martin Brodeur makes his Blues debut against the Predators. As … Continue reading →

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Islanders recall Griffin Reinhart, Boychuk and Visnovsky on IR

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Derek

Even as they continue to win games, the Islanders still have to overcome injuries. Veteran defensemen Johnny Boychuk and Lubomir Visnovsky were placed on the injured reserve. Each have missed recent games with injuries. Boychuk is retroactive to Nov. 27 … Continue reading →

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Sabres forward Girgensons leads All-Star voting

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Derek

Every year, fans get to vote on the NHL All-Star Game. There always are surprises. This year is no exception. After two weeks of voting, there is a surprise leader in Sabres’ forward Zemgus Girgensons. The 20-year old Latvian is … Continue reading →

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NHL Gets It Right: Suspends Bortuzzo two games

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Derek

Following Tuesday’s game, the NHL held a telephone hearing with Penguins defenseman Robert Bortuzzo for his unpenalized hit on Jaromir Jagr. Apparently, Bortuzzo was on a seek and destroy mission stemming from him and Jagr going at it earlier. The … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Jagr injured by late Bortuzzo hit

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Derek

During last night’s game at Pittsburgh, Devils forward Jaromir Jagr was injured by Pens defenseman Robert Bortuzzo. Bortuzzo delivered a borderline hit on Jagr catching him late. It went unpenalized. The controversial play occurred in the second period. After playing … Continue reading →

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