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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.

Kreider and Mashinter recalled along with Talbot

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Derek

The Rangers have recalled forwards Chris Kreider and Brandon Mashinter from Hartford. Also coming back up is goalie Cam Talbot. Going back down are Darroll Powe and Jason Missiaen. In six games with the Wolf Pack, Kreider has two goals … Continue reading →

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Live 12 Midnight to 1 AM: New York Puck debuts

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Derek

Tonight from 12 midnight to 1 AM, I’ll be hosting New York Puck on the HARD HITS NETWORK. It’ll be a one-hour live hockey show on Blog Talk Radio. The first of many. I’m going to shoot for every Saturday … Continue reading →

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Embarrassed by Hudson rival

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Derek

In a word, humiliating. Embarrassing would be an appropriate way to describe the Rangers tonight. Facing a previously winless Hudson rival, they went through the motions at Prudential Center. How else can you explain losing 4-0 to the Devils? This … Continue reading →

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Injury to Callahan big blow

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Derek

He’s the unquestioned leader of this team. Nobody plays harder than Ryan Callahan. The Ranger captain always gives max effort and does whatever is needed to win games. Whether it’s scoring a gritty goal like the one he batted out … Continue reading →

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The Devil Way

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Derek

The New Jersey Devils once prided themselves on being the best. At least that’s how it used to be under Team President and GM Lou Lamoriello. The architect of three Stanley Cups and five Finals appearances has never taken a … Continue reading →

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Hanks A Lot

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Derek

Henrik Lundqvist was back to being at his best. The Rangers followed suit by returning to the kind of defensive style we’re used to. The end result was a 2-0 shutout of the Caps. Lundqvist stopped 22 en route to … Continue reading →

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Rivalry Renewed: Rangers battle Caps

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Derek

After three days off, the Rangers return to the ice to battle the Capitals at Verizon Center. The game doesn’t begin until 8 EST due to it being televised nationally on NBC Sports Network. It’s the first meeting of the … Continue reading →

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Pominville’s Revenge

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Derek

Jason Pominville successfully returned to Western New York last night. The former Sabre notched the winning goal in the Wild’s 2-1 win over Buffalo,  The former Sabre captain scored a power play goal with 9.7 seconds left in the second … Continue reading →

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Making Biron and Asham scapegoats unfair

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Derek

When he was placed on waivers yesterday, Marty Biron was taken by surprise. Five games into the season, the veteran backup was jettisoned along with Arron Asham. Somehow, the blame has fallen on two bit parts. It doesn’t seem right. … Continue reading →

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Rangers waive Biron and Asham

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Derek

The Rangers have put Marty Biron and Arron Asham on waivers. The news broke an hour ago with Alain Vigneault breaking the difficult decision to each player. Per Daily News beat writer Pat Leonard who tweeted from the practice facility … Continue reading →

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