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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.

Lundqvist King Of Manhattan

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Derek

When the Rangers return to MSG tonight to host the Coyotes, they’ll honor Henrik Lundqvist for breaking Ed Giacomin’s shutout record. In a 2-0 road win over the Devils, the King made 21 saves in posting career shutout number 50. … Continue reading →

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Shutout King: Lundqvist blanks Devils to pass Giacomin

Posted on March 22, 2014 by Derek

There’s a new shutout king. Henrik Lundqvist stopped all 21 highlighting a Rangers 2-0 win over the Devils at Prudential Center. By shutting out the close Hudson rival, Lundqvist passed Eddie Giacomin for first all-time in Ranger franchise history recording … Continue reading →

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Pressure is on Rangers

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Derek

With 12 games remaining, it all comes down this for the Rangers. Take care of business and they’ll be part of the 16-team postseason tournament this Spring. Based on tonight’s results, a word of advice. Don’t rely on anyone else. … Continue reading →

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New York Puck Gets A New Look

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Derek

New York Puck has been on Word Press since last summer. As a hockey blog that covers area locals the Rangers, Devils, Islanders and Battle Of New York’s Sabres, we’re still exploring unchartered territory. That’s part of the fun and … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist continues to reign in kingdom

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Derek

Now the franchise leader in wins posting a record breaking 302nd the other night in a wild and unpredictable 8-4 road win over Ottawa, Henrik Lundqvist continues to reign in his kingdom. Even in a high scoring game, he played … Continue reading →

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With St. Louis struggling, Rangers in trouble

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Derek

When Glen Sather rolled the dice trading captain Ryan Callahan for Martin St. Louis, he hoped the former league MVP would be a difference maker. Adding someone of St. Louis’ skill and stature made sense especially with the Rangers and … Continue reading →

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Despite Brodeur heroics, Devils suffer big loss at Lightning

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Derek

Martin Brodeur did his part. His team did not. As a result, the Devils suffered another big loss this time losing to the Lightning 3-0. A night removed from a crushing defeat to the Panthers that Hasan already detailed, New … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Hagelin records 1st hat trick

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Derek

The Rangers needed a spark. They got it from Carl Hagelin. The third-year forward recorded his first career hat trick highlighting a crucial 4-2 win over Winnipeg to help snap a two-game losing streak. ”It feels good, I’ve never had … Continue reading →

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Jagr adding to legend by carrying Devils

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Derek

Jaromir Jagr is 42. Watching number 68 patrol the ice for the Devils, you wouldn’t know it. The legendary Czech who recently became the seventh NHL player to score 700 goals continues to write quite a script. In his 20th … Continue reading →

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Callahan on Francesa: I Wouldn’t Do Anything Different

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Derek

Ryan Callahan joined WFAN’s Mike Francesa on MikE’D ON just now. The former Ranger was very candid during his first interview with the FAN talk show host following last week’s deadline trade to the Lightning for Martin St. Louis. When … Continue reading →

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