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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.

Another Shootout Fail: Early Observations On Rangers

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Derek

I didn’t catch the first period of last night’s game. However, I was able to see the final two-plus including overtime and the latest shootout debacle. The Rangers were defeated by the Avalanche 4-3 in the skill competition. They lost … Continue reading →

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Islanders fly under radar as big tests await

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Derek

The Islanders continue to fly under the radar in the metropolitan area. After a strong start, they slumped. After falling to Winnipeg at home, consecutive defeats at Colorado and San Jose had fans and media wondering if it was time … Continue reading →

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Rangers Dominate Pens

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Derek

Whatever was wrong over the weekend didn’t carry over last night. Responding with the same character they demonstrated in a memorable second round comeback from 3-1 down, the Rangers dominated the Pens easily winning 5-0 to end a two-game losing … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Rangers face big test against Penguins

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Derek

Tonight, the Rangers host the Penguins at 33rd and 7th. They try to avoid a third straight loss. Coming off a lost weekend that featured a dreadful showing Sunday against Edmonton, they must be much better or suffer the consequences … Continue reading →

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Rangers recall Jesper Fast, Malone and Allen To Hartford

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Derek

Following Sunday’s bad home defeat to Edmonton, coach Alain Vigneault hinted at changes. Two of them came today. The Rangers recalled forward Jesper Fast and reassigned Ryan Malone and Conor Allen. Malone has been the odd man out of Vigneault’s … Continue reading →

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Pouliot’s Revenge: Rangers Embarrass Themselves In Loss To Oilers

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Derek

If Saturday wasn’t an eye opener, maybe the Rangers got the message following a dreadful showing at home. Playing their second game in two nights, they looked lifeless in an embarrassing 3-1 loss to the Oilers. That concluded a lost … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Pouliot returns as Oilers visit MSG

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Derek

A night after a frustrating loss at Toronto, the Rangers return to MSG where they’ll host the Oilers. It’s the return of Benoit Pouliot. Pouliot was an integral part of last year’s run. After a slow start, he became a … Continue reading →

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No Leafing Around: Ugly Finish Costs Rangers

Posted on November 8, 2014 by Derek

There’s no other way to slice it. This was a brutal loss. After digging out of a 3-1 hole to take the lead, the Rangers fell apart in a frustrating 5-4 defeat to the Maple Leafs at Air Canada Centre. … Continue reading →

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How Stepan’s Return Could Impact Duclair, Hayes

Posted on November 8, 2014 by Derek

When the Rangers visit Air Canada Centre for tonight’s match against the Maple Leafs, Derek Stepan will make his season debut. The 24-year old number one center finally returns from a broken left fibula sustained during training camp. To the … Continue reading →

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Chris Mueller sent down to Hartford

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Derek

A day later, the Rangers sent down forward Chris Mueller to Hartford. In seven games, the center posted a goal and assist while doing a solid job on faceoffs (38-and-26). Obviously, it’s disappointing for him because he did nothing wrong. … Continue reading →

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