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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 trade Del Zotto to Nashville for Klein

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Derek

A day after suffering a bad loss to the Islanders, the Rangers made a move sending defenseman Mike Del Zotto to Nashville for Kevin Klein. The timing was a bit surprising considering they had played better. However, it was no … Continue reading →

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Islanders outclass Rangers in 5-3 win

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Derek

There are always going to be nights like this. When it comes down to it, throw everything out when it comes to this rivalry. Despite two highlight reel Rick Nash goals that had them out to a 2-0 start, the … Continue reading →

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Islanders and Rangers face off for first of three

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Derek

A traditional rivalry will heat up the last 11 days of January. Starting tonight, the Islanders and Rangers will battle each other three different times. The first installment is at Madison Square Garden with heavy snow falling. Part II is … Continue reading →

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Tortorella crossed the line

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Derek

If you know me, I’m a staunch supporter of John Tortorella. In his coaching stint on Broadway, the former Lightning Stanley Cup winning coach did a respectable job. Under his guidance, the Rangers became a harder team to play against. … Continue reading →

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Video Of Day: Nash lights up Broadway

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Derek

Rick Nash is on a roll. With two goals last night, the Rangers power forward has seven goals in his last eight games. Among the highlights were this gem on Philipp Grubauer 1:10 into a 4-1 home win over the … Continue reading →

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Nash’s two goals spark Rangers’ 4-1 win over Caps

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Derek

Rick Nash continued to stay hot. So did the Rangers. Nash’s two goals lifted them to a 4-1 win over the Caps at The Garden. It was a fun game to be at. Our section 419 had a few Caps’ … Continue reading →

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Rangers score four unanswered in rare win at Ottawa

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Derek

Whenever the Rangers visit Ottawa, it’s usually unpleasant. They so rarely win there that I wasn’t expecting much on Hockey Day In Canada. With a special 2 PM start time, I was already an hour into my shift when already … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist wins duel with Howard in shutout of Red Wings

Posted on January 17, 2014 by Derek

Sometimes, you need your goalie to be your best player. For the Rangers, Henrik Lundqvist has been that and more for nearly a decade. Though his season doesn’t reflect it, he’s finally playing with more confidence. He stopped all 38 … Continue reading →

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Three goal first send goon Flyers home

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Derek

When you’re hot, you’re hot. Suddenly, the Rangers are back to playing consistent hockey. They continued their best stretch by dismantling the Flyers 4-1 at an energized Garden. The latest win moved them into a tie for second in the … Continue reading →

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Nash’s late heroics lift Rangers past Stars

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Derek

Rick Nash is paid to score goals. It’s been a challenge this season. He hasn’t always finished. In last night’s 3-2 win over the Stars, it was his big goal with 1:58 left in regulation that gave the Rangers their second straight … Continue reading →

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