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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.

Rangers deal Dorsett to Canucks for 3rd round pick

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Derek

On the day of the NHL Draft, the Rangers made a move sending Derek Dorsett to the Canucks in exchange for a third round pick (85th overall). Acquired from the Blue Jackets in April 2013 as part of the Marian … Continue reading →

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Callahan re-signs with Lightning, Gaborik a Stanley King

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Derek

The rumors became official for Ryan Callahan. Less than 24 hours after a report surfaced that the former Ranger was about to stay put with his new team, he re-signed with the Lightning agreeing to a six-year contract worth $34.8 … Continue reading →

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Flyers trade Hartnell to Jackets for Umberger

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Derek

In a bit of a surprising move, the Flyers dealt Scott Hartnell to the Blue Jackets for R.J. Umberger. They also receive a 2015 fourth round pick. The swap sends Umberger home for a second go round with Philadelphia. He … Continue reading →

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Burns elected to Hockey Hall Of Fame

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Derek

It took long enough but Pat Burns is finally in. The former Devils Stanley Cup winning coach was elected to the Hockey Hall Of Fame earlier today. It comes four years after succumbing to cancer in 2010. A three-time Jack … Continue reading →

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2014-15 schedule released

Posted on June 22, 2014 by Derek

The NHL officially released the 2014-15 schedule. The season begins on Wednesday, October 8 with four games. Montreal will visit Toronto renewing their historic rivalry. The Flyers pay a visit to Boston in another unique rivalry. The Flames will host … Continue reading →

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Rangers to host Leafs in 2014-15 home opener

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Derek

Saturday, news leaked out on the beginning of next season. With the league announcing the Blackhawks and Capitals will play in next year’s Winter Classic at Nationals Park Friday, a day later all 30 teams announced their home openers. The … Continue reading →

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Rangers say goodbye to emotional leader

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Derek

Yesterday, the Rangers used their amnesty clause to buyout Brad Richards. A move that was expected once a great run to the Stanley Cup Final ended. For Glen Sather, it was back to business as usual. In clearing Richards’ $6.67 … Continue reading →

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Eastern Conference Champs Face Tough Offseason

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Derek

Amazingly, it’s a week since the Rangers lost a classic Game 5 in double overtime to the Stanley Cup champion Kings. Hard as it is to believe, they were one shot away from extending a hard fought series back to … Continue reading →

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A Closer Look: How Kings and Rangers were built

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Derek

After midnight in New York City, the Kings defeated the Rangers 3-2 in Game 5 on Alec Martinez’ goal in double overtime to win the Stanley Cup at Staples Center. It was the franchise’s second championship over three years. They … Continue reading →

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Kings are Stanley Cup Kings

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Derek

A day later, the sting is still there. Of course it will take time to recover from seeing the Rangers fall short against the Kings, who again are Stanley Cup Kings following one of the best games in Stanley Cup … Continue reading →

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