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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 visit Flyers: Rookie competition heats up

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Derek

Twenty four hours after seeing one bitter rival, the Rangers will get reacquainted with another down I-95 when they visit the Flyers. It will be mostly a different roster with only holdovers Dominic Moore, Darroll Powe and Cam Talbot in … Continue reading →

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Preseason: Rangers lose 2-1 to Devils

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Derek

It was about what was expected. The Rangers dropped a 2-1 decision to the Devils at The Rock. For preseason, it was alright I guess. The Devils goal scorers were Mattias Tedenby and Eric Gelinas. The Rangers lone tally was … Continue reading →

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Devils sign Brunner to PTO

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Derek

  As the Devils get ready to take the ice tonight, there was one other piece of news off it. This one isn’t a surprise. The club has signed free agent Damien Brunner to a pro tryout. The 27-year old … Continue reading →

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It’s Go Time: Rangers and Devils Preseason

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Derek

The Rangers and Devils renew acquaintances tonight at The Prudential Center in Newark. Sure. It’s just preseason. But it’ll be nice for both sides of the Hudson rivalry to see some semblance of their teams playing hockey again. It’s always … Continue reading →

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Stralman late tally highlights Blue win over White

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Derek

Anton Stralman’s goal in the final seconds gave Team Blue a 3-2 scrimmage win over Team White at the Rangers training center in Greenburgh, New York. Brian Boyle stood out scoring twice. He finished off a power play goal (seriously) … Continue reading →

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Biron vs Hedberg for backup

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Derek

Leave it to Alain Vigneault to spice things up with our backup goalie. He brought Johan Hedberg into camp to challenge Marty Biron. You had to figure something was up. Why else would Moose be on a PTO? In an … Continue reading →

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Ranger Prospects Poll

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Derek

One of the most exciting aspects of training camp is getting the chance to see prospects. With Derek Stepan unsigned and Ryan Callahan uncertain for the season opener, the Rangers have a few kids worth following. Danny Kristo was acquired … Continue reading →

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Rangers Focus: CLEAN SLATE GRAB IT!

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Derek

One of the notable differences in this year’s training camp is the players approach. Under new coach Alain Vigneault, the Rangers are preaching a new motto. Ryan McDonagh was sporting a shirt with that message. CLEAN SLATE. GRAB IT! Along … Continue reading →

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The Buffalo Sabres: A puzzling franchise

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Derek

  Damned if you do and damned if you don’t. Sticking with the theme of the day, the Sabres signed Cody Hodgson to a six-year $25.5 million deal. Under the new terms, he’ll earn an average cap hit of $4.25 … Continue reading →

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Hedberg to tryout for Rangers

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Derek

There’s a Moose alert. The Rangers have invited Johan Hedberg to tryout at training camp. Daily News Rangers beat writer Pat Leonard broke the story this afternoon on Twitter. With backup Marty Biron tending to a personal matter, the ex-Devil … Continue reading →

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