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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.

Devils defeat Rangers 3-2: Outplayed by a pair of 41-year olds

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Derek

So much for taking the bull by its horns. The Rangers have no one to blame but themselves for tonight’s humiliation against a hungrier bitter Hudson rival. They didn’t match the Devils’ intensity and lost 3-2 at a quiet Madison … Continue reading →

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Nash to practice with team Wednesday

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Derek

The Rangers just got some good news. Alain Vigneault just announced that Rick Nash will return to practice with the team tomorrow. Out with a concussion sustained in the third game of the season Oct. 8 at San Jose, he’s … Continue reading →

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Battle Of Hudson Preview: Devils and Rangers renew rivalry

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Derek

The last time the Rangers faced the Devils, both teams were struggling mightily. For our side of a classic Hudson rivalry, a 4-0 shutout loss on Oct. 19 in Newark was a low point. They were so uncompetitive that Cory … Continue reading →

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Steven Stamkos injury

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Derek

In today’s Lightning-Bruins game at TD Garden, Tampa star center Steven Stamkos suffered a broken tibia. The injury occurred at 7:11 of the second period when he lost his edge accidentally colliding into the Boston net. He was in pain … Continue reading →

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Richards big night keys Rangers 4-3 win over feisty Panthers

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Derek

After the Rangers held off a strong challenge from the Panthers, MSG’s Sam Rosen summed up the 4-3 win best. “There are no easy games in the NHL.” How accurate he was with that statement. Sam has lost a little … Continue reading →

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After firing Dineen, Panthers visit Garden

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Derek

Just correcting something from my previous post. The Rangers host the Panthers Sunday at MSG. Not Saturday. The Kings don’t visit until the following Sunday Nov. 17. That’ll be my second game. Hope to see some followers there. A bit … Continue reading →

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Back at .500, Rangers look to keep momentum

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Derek

Carl Hagelin Scores After a slow start, the Rangers are playing better hockey. Despite no Rick Nash, they’ve managed to score enough goals to reach .500. A 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets in Columbus leveled their record at 8-8-0. … Continue reading →

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Game Review: Rangers Ice Penguins

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Derek

If ever there was a litmus test, the Rangers passed it last night defeating the Penguins 5-1 at Madison Square Garden. It was important for this team to beat a good team. Pittsburgh entered on a four-game win streak leading … Continue reading →

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Listen to New York Puck Live

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Derek

Starting tonight, New York Puck Live debuted on the Hard Hits Network. Since it was the inaugural show, it was just yours truly Derek “Flex” Felix hosting the one-hour hockey show about the Battle Of New York. I was joined by … Continue reading →

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Duck Hunted: Ducks end Rangers 3-game win streak

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Derek

Instead of being the hunters, the Rangers were Duck hunted literally. A month after suffering a 6-0 humiliation, they fell for the second time to a cheap Anaheim team. This time by the count of 2-1 at The Garden. It … Continue reading →

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