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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.

Game Preview: Rangers Continue Home Stand Against Winnipeg

Posted on November 1, 2014 by Derek

Tonight, the Rangers finally return to the ice to take on Winnipeg at Madison Square Garden. After four days off, they aim for their fifth win in six. Following a poor showing last Saturday at Montreal (1-3), they posted a … Continue reading →

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Duclair back in for Conference Final rematch

Posted on October 25, 2014 by Derek

This one has been circled on the calendar for Montreal. They have waited for tonight’s Conference Final rematch between the visiting Rangers and host Canadiens from the Bell Centre. For the guests, it promises to be chaotic. Especially for Chris … Continue reading →

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Islanders Lose Bailey, Grabovski returns tonight

Posted on October 25, 2014 by Derek

When the Islanders play host to the Stars, they’ll get Mikhail Grabovski back. He sat out the previous three games after getting walled by Sharks forward John Scott. That’s the good news. The bad is they’ll be without Josh Bailey, … Continue reading →

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Homecoming For Boychuk, Johnson as Isles Look To End Two-Game Losing Skid

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Derek

After a quick start, the Islanders have dropped two in a row. They’ve come back to earth falling at Pittsburgh and getting blitzed by Toronto at home 5-2 on Monday. A game that saw the Maple Leafs erupt for four … Continue reading →

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Game #7 Klein’s Improbable Overtime Winner Stuns Devils

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Derek

Of all the crazy scenarios, this one was almost unthinkable. Meeting for the first time in this unique Hudson rivalry, the Rangers and Devils battled past regulation. A game that featured the two teams combining for an unlikely five power … Continue reading →

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Battle Of Hudson Preview: Rangers visit Devils In Newark

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Derek

The first installment of the Battle Of Hudson commences tonight in Newark when the Rangers visit the Devils at The Rock. The close rivals separated by a Path ride begin a new journey. The Post Brodeur Era. With Martin Brodeur … Continue reading →

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Game #6: Rangers Sink Sharks As Lundqvist Tosses Shutout

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Derek

It took six games for the Rangers to put together their best effort of this new season. Taking full advantage of a tired opponent, they overwhelmed the Sharks winning by a score of 4-0 at MSG to get back to … Continue reading →

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The Anthony Duclair Dilemma

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Derek

For the first time this season, Anthony Duclair will be a healthy scratch when the Rangers host the sizzling Sharks at MSG later today. The 19-year old rookie hasn’t done anything wrong. Thus far, he’s tallied three assists in five … Continue reading →

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Rangers Eek Past Canes In Shootout, Send Down Fast and Miller

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Derek

At least the losing streak is over. That’s my half-gallows approach to last night’s Rangers ugly 2-1 shootout win over the lowly Hurricanes. After suffering humiliations to Toronto and the Islanders, they found a way to win for the first … Continue reading →

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Game #4: Islanders Humiliate Rangers 6-3

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Derek

If you thought the home opener was bad, you hadn’t seen nothing yet. Facing their blood rival, the Rangers turned in a pitiful performance. With the game tied up, the Islanders scored four straight goals to humiliate the Rangers 6-3 … Continue reading →

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