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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 sign former Blackhawks’ first round pick Kevin Hayes

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Derek

The Rangers agreed to terms with rookie free agent Kevin Hayes. The former Blackhawks’ 2010 first round pick opted not to sign with the club who took him. The deadline expired last Friday allowing Hayes to become unrestricted. Less than … Continue reading →

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Islanders sold to Ledecky and Malkin

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Derek

Yesterday, the Islanders sold a minority stake of the team to former Capitals co-owner Jon Ledecky and investor Scott Malkin. No terms were announced. Current owner Charles Wang retained a majority for the next two years. Once it’s up, the partnership … Continue reading →

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Del Zotto signs with Flyers

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Derek

Michael Del Zotto finally found a job. The former Rangers defenseman signed with the Flyers for a year worth a reported $1.3 million. After learning the news that Kimmo Timonen is being treated for blood clots home in Finland, Philadelphia … Continue reading →

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Canadiens give Subban 8 Years, $72 million

Posted on August 2, 2014 by Derek

In the biggest news of the offseason, the Canadiens and P.K. Subban finally agreed on a new contract that’ll keep him in Montreal thru 2021-22. They reached agreement on an eight-year deal worth a reported $72 million. A day after … Continue reading →

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UPDATE: Andy Greene gets 5 for $25 million

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Derek

Updating the previous story, Andy Greene gets five years for $25 million. At an average cap hit of $5 million, it’s fair market value for the Devils’ top defenseman. I’m sure Hasan will have more reaction to Greene’s new deal.

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Devils sign Andy Greene to extension

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Derek

The Devils have signed Andy Greene to a long-term contract. At a 4 PM conference call, Lou Lamoriello made the announcement. Terms were disclosed. The 31-year old defenseman was entering the final year and will earn $3.5 million this season. … Continue reading →

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Youth Served: Investing In Younger Assets Wiser Choice

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Derek

Tyler Ennis recently signed a new contract that’ll pay him $23 million over five years. It wasn’t your ordinary deal. In Year 1, Ennis will earn $7.3 million. He’ll follow that up by making $4.75 million in Year 2. The … Continue reading →

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Rangers Re-sign Brassard For Five Years $25 Million

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Derek

A day before their scheduled arbitration hearing, the Rangers and Derick Brassard beat the clock by reaching agreement on a new five-year contract worth a reported $25 million. New York Post beat writer Larry Brooks broke the story in a … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Kreider avoid arbitration: 2 Years $4.95 million

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Derek

A day after coming to an agreement with Mats Zuccarello, the Rangers and restricted free agent Chris Kreider beat the clock avoiding arbitration by agreeing to a two-year $4.95 million contract. The deal will pay Kreider $2.35 million in ’14-15 … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Zuccarello agree on 1-year $3.5 million

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Derek

Yesterday, the Rangers and Mats Zuccarello avoided arbitration. They reached agreement on a one-year $3.5 million deal. This is the first bit of good news in weeks. In what’s otherwise been an all too predictable disappointing July, at least Glen … Continue reading →

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