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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.

Flames end Rangers win streak at five

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Derek

It was a Flame out. By quick show of hands, who thought the Rangers would fall victim to the classic trap game? Unmistakably, I did. Maybe it was the lingering doubt that after such an emotional win just two days ago in … Continue reading →

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Hand surgery will keep Kreider out indefinitely

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Derek

It looks like we won’t be seeing Chris Kreider anytime soon. The 22-year old rookie will have surgery on his left hand today. He was injured during last week’s win over Columbus. Despite that, he participated in the next two … Continue reading →

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Avery and Brodeur rivalry old news

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Derek

Some things are just better off being left alone. Try explaining that to NJ.com’s Randy Miller who goaded Martin Brodeur into a cheap remark about old rival Sean Avery following his ouster from Dancing With The Stars.   “I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist wins 30 for eighth time

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Derek

Since Henrik Lundqvist entered the league in 2005-06, he’s been a model of consistency. He’s the only goalie in NHL history to win 30 or more in his first seven seasons. Following the shortened year in which he won 24 … Continue reading →

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McDonagh, Rangers Flying High

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Derek

Right now, things couldn’t be much better. In a statement game against an old nemesis under the NBC spotlight, the Rangers soared past the Flyers 3-1 to win their season high fifth straight. Ryan McDonagh scored again and Henrik Lundqvist was strong … Continue reading →

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Making a Norris case for Ryan McDonagh

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Derek

At the beginning of his fourth season, Ryan McDonagh entered having signed a six-year contract extension worth $28.2 million. Only 24, the defenseman the Rangers stole from the Canadiens has developed into one of the game’s premier blueliners. A strong … Continue reading →

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Injury to Kreider could keep him out a while

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Derek

Lately, things have been going well for the Rangers. Winners of four in a row entering tomorrow’s crucial Rivalry Night showdown with the Flyers at MSG, they got some bad news on Chris Kreider. The 22-year old rookie forward was … Continue reading →

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McDonagh’s overtime winner highlights Rangers comeback win over Coyotes

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Derek

The Rangers top defensive pair wouldn’t allow them to lose. Dan Girardi’s goal with 3:28 left in regulation and Ryan McDonagh’s goal at 1:56 of overtime highlighted an emotional 4-3 comeback win over the Coyotes at MSG. On a night … Continue reading →

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UPDATE: Stepan and St. Louis in, Doan criticizes NHL

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Derek

Updating the previous story, both Derek Stepan and Martin St. Louis will play tonight.  Favorite New York Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks tweeted out an update. Stepan, St. Louis both expected to play v Coyotes. No emergency recall of … Continue reading →

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Stepan and St. Louis questionable, Miller recalled

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Derek

During the Rangers morning skate, Derek Stepan and Martin St. Louis sat out due to the flu. Both are questionable for tonight’s key home match versus the Coyotes. The club recalled J.T. Miller just in case either can’t go. Miller … Continue reading →

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