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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.

Flyers and Rangers ready for classic series

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Derek

The battle lines are drawn. The Flyers and Rangers already turned their attention to a classic first round series that lies ahead. The best of seven Eastern Conference Quarterfinal begins Thursday night at Madison Square Garden. It’ll be the first … Continue reading →

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Lamoriello: DeBoer Will Return

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Derek

One order of business was taken care of. During the first intermission, Devils President and GM Lou Lamoriello held a conference call to announce that coach Pete DeBoer will return next year. #NJD Lamoriello: DeBoer still under contract, will be … Continue reading →

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Brodeur should be celebrated one final time

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Derek

“Nothing lasts forever even cold November Rain.”-Axl Rose, Guns ‘N Roses In sports, no athlete lasts forever. The same way our favorite bands don’t. In a year where Derek Jeter is retiring with the Yankees, Martin Brodeur is about to … Continue reading →

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Gionta’s penalty shot beats Talbot in Price shutout

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Derek

The final game of the regular portion was well played between two teams headed to the playoffs which begin next week. Both the Rangers and Canadiens battled hard for 60-plus minutes. They fought for every inch with neither goalie budging. … Continue reading →

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Rangers to face Flyers in First Round

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Derek

It’s official. When next week’s playoffs begin, the Rangers will face the Flyers in the opening round. Mark Streit’s goal at 2:10 of overtime made Philadelphia a 4-3 winner over the Penguins. It ended a chaotic game between the Pennsylvania … Continue reading →

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Pouliot interested in returning, Line with Brassard, Zuccarello key to season

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Derek

Benoit Pouliot has been one of the unsung heroes of this season. Brought in by Glen Sather last summer on a one-year $1.3 million contract, the 27-year old former first round pick has found a place under Alain Vigneault. After … Continue reading →

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Nash winner and Flyers loss clinch home ice

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Derek

The final home game of the regular season was a real snooze fest. Despite playing down to the lowly Sabres, the Rangers still came away with two points to earn home ice in the first round. Rick Nash’s game winner … Continue reading →

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Blue Jackets Make Playoffs, could meet Rangers

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Derek

Last night, the Blue Jackets made the playoffs for the second time in franchise history. They defeated the Stars 3-1 to clinch a postseason berth. In their first season moving to the Eastern Conference, they’ll have the chance to compete … Continue reading →

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Devils praying for help to stay alive

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Derek

It’s come down to this. With three games remaining, the Devils need a lot of help to stay alive for the wild card. Off until tomorrow when they visit Ottawa, they’ll be scoreboard watching tonight. The Devils will become huge … Continue reading →

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Rangers Fly Past Hurricanes on Zuke Night

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Derek

It started out with a great tradition. Every year former New York City police officer Steven McDonald presents a Ranger with the Extra Effort Award is spine tingling. The paralyzed hero again came out to loud cheers from knowledgeable fans … Continue reading →

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