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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.

Game Preview: Rangers look to stay hot this weekend

Posted on November 2, 2013 by Derek

It’s amazing what a couple of wins can do for a team’s confidence. As Hasan can attest with the Devils, winning energizes a struggling club. For the Rangers, returning home has allowed them to settle down. No longer part of … Continue reading →

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There’s No Place Like Home

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Derek

“There’s no place like home.” Those were the infamous words of Dorothy played by Judy Garland from The Wizard Of Oz. Or at least so we thought. The Rangers returned to their brand new renovated Madison Square Garden chalk full of … Continue reading →

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Set for Sabre debut, Moulson thanks Islander fans

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Derek

For Matt Moulson, it’s time to move on. A popular part of the Islanders rebuild, the three-time 30-plus goal scorer was traded to the Sabres last night along with a 2014 first round pick and 2015 second round pick in … Continue reading →

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Rangers finally return to MSG for home opener

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Derek

It’s been a long road with a lot of travel. Finally, the Rangers return to fully renovated MSG for the home opener when they host the Canadiens in a classic Original 6 match-up. It’ll be exciting for the players and … Continue reading →

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Islanders Land Vanek from Sabres for Moulson, 2 picks

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Derek

In a stunning move, the Islanders have acquired Thomas Vanek from the Sabres in exchange for Matt Moulson, a 2014 first round pick and 2015 second round pick. Newsday’s Arthur Staple broke the trade in a tweet 31 minutes ago. … Continue reading →

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Rangers win one for Cam

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Derek

If ever there was a character building win, it was this one. Against a team they never beat, the Rangers earned a hard fought 3-2 overtime win over the Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena. Derick Brassard’s breakaway goal with … Continue reading →

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Bailey’s late goal stuns Pens

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Derek

There are shifts you remember. For Islanders forward Josh Bailey, that shift came late in regulation in Pittsburgh. Facing the team that eliminated them from the playoffs, the Islanders showed the same resiliency that pushed the Pens to the limit. … Continue reading →

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Kreider takes positive steps in loss

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Derek

While the end result wasn’t what they wanted, the Rangers got an inspired effort out of Chris Kreider. Recalled from Hartford after posting two goals and two assists, he had an active game last night against the Flyers. Given an … Continue reading →

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Rangers continue to struggle without Nash

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Derek

  When Rick Nash isn’t in the lineup, the Rangers struggle to win games. Acquired by Team President And General Manager Glen Sather in 2012, the All-Star forward was supposed to be the missing ingredient to a Stanley Cup. Instead, … Continue reading →

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No Crying Just Yet

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Derek

The Rangers accomplished something tonight. They managed to lose to the Flyers 2-1. I could gripe over how bad that is. But why bother? This is an embarrassingly dull team right now. I don’t know when that changes. They scored once … Continue reading →

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