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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 Lose Shesterkin For Season

Posted on October 10, 2026 by Derek

Unfortunately, the news wasn’t good on Igor Shesterkin. In a devastating blow to the season, the Rangers announced that Shesterkin is out for the season. It’s the worst case scenario for the Rangers who will now have to rely on … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin Goes Down to Injury in Rangers Loss

Posted on October 10, 2026 by Derek

Entering the season, so much of how the Rangers’ year would go depended on their strength in net. They were going to ride one of the game’s best goalies to a possible return to the playoffs. During the second period, … Continue reading →

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Devils’ Poor Start a Cause for Concern

Posted on October 8, 2026 by Derek

After kicking off the new season with a 3-2 overtime win over the Flyers thanks to 3-on-3 cheat code Jack Hughes, the Devils have dropped their last two games to the Islanders and Mammoth. They were outscored by a combined … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere’s Hat Trick Highlights Latest Rangers Win

Posted on October 7, 2026 by Derek

Suddenly, the Rangers can’t stop winning games. They won for the fourth straight time in a nationally televised game on ESPN. Alexis Lafreniere’s hat trick highlighted a Rangers 5-2 win over the Islanders at an energized Madison Square Garden. Lafreniere … Continue reading →

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Ovechkin to Retire at End of Season

Posted on October 6, 2026 by Derek

On Monday after a team practice, Alexander Ovechkin made an announcement in the Capitals locker room that this will be his final season. Before anything was revealed to the media, he wanted to make sure he told his teammates and … Continue reading →

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Rangers Recall Cole Beaudoin

Posted on October 6, 2026 by Derek

On Tuesday afternoon, the Rangers recalled prospect Cole Beaudoin from the Hartford Wolf Pack. He’s set to make his NHL debut when the Rangers host the Islanders in the Battle of New York tonight. Acquired with Sean Durzi from the … Continue reading →

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Robertson Goes on Waivers

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Derek

Today, the Rangers placed defenseman Matthew Robertson on waivers. What precipitated the move was a lower-body injury that center Joe Veleno sustained during last night’s game against the Mammoth. Due to a cap crunch, the Rangers can’t afford to recall … Continue reading →

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Perreault’s Fast Start A Reason For Excitement

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Derek

Entering the season, the Rangers decided not to sign Gabe Perreault to a contract extension. So far, Perreault is off to a fast start in his second season, which could lead to team president and general manager Chris Drury changing … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin Nearly Scores Another Goal in Rangers Third Straight Win

Posted on October 4, 2026 by Derek

Igor Shesterkin is becoming a dual threat for the Rangers. Three days after becoming the first player in franchise history to score a goalie goal, he nearly had another one near the conclusion of a 4-2 win over the Mammoth … Continue reading →

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A Garand Entrance: Rookie Goalie Gets First Career Shutout in Rangers Win

Posted on October 3, 2026 by Derek

What a week for Dylan Garand. After passing through waivers on Monday to be assigned to the Hartford Wolf Pack, he got the call from the Rangers to come back due to Joonas Korpisalo being placed on the injured reserve. … Continue reading →

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