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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.

Video of the day: Seperated at birth?

At the Rock and I’m sure other arenas all over North America they run a Seperated at Birth video during stoppages, comparing a random fan to a celebrity.  I don’t think I’ve ever seen one quite as funny (and freaky) … Continue reading →

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Devils and fans enjoy home sweet home at last

For the first time in seven and a half months, Devil fans could enjoy a live game at the Prudential Center last night.  Our last home game was a happy occasion – on June 9, when the Devils won Game … Continue reading →

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Devils do right by their season ticket holders

Before the Great Lockout of 2012, returning Devil season ticket holders were already enrolled in a rewards program that guaranteed different things to different ticket holders.  They had three different categories, value, access and experience.  Your ‘value’ reward was based … Continue reading →

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Nash scores first as a Blueshirt

In the 6-3 loss to the Pens, Rick Nash scored his first goal as a Ranger. It came shorthanded when Derek Stepan intercepted a Evgeni Malkin pass at center ice and flipped a pass for Nash, who did the rest. … Continue reading →

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1/20 Post Game: John Tortorella

One thing about John Tortorella. He doesn’t mince words. Tort is a straight shooter. Last night, he was predictably upset by the Rangers lackluster performance. He discussed the ugly start without getting into specifics. Post Game: John Tortorella  

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Video Of The Day: Lundqvist robs Seguin

We were at the Pour Bar for the first hockey game of the season Saturday. Even in defeat, Henrik Lundqvist shined with this sparkler on Tyler Seguin. Save of The Year nominee.

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Geno’d: Rangers Drop To 0-2

Copyright Getty Images Alright. That’s two stinkers. Let’s hope the Rangers get it out of their system. They really can’t afford too many of these. The home opener was a dud. John Tortorella promised they’d be better. Instead, they let … Continue reading →

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Day One of the NHL’s return: Ups and downs all over North America

Me and Derek have already covered our local teams, but there were also eleven other games yesterday as the NHL made its return in front of sold-out crowds all over North America.  Many games were compelling, and there were eye-opening … Continue reading →

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Nothing Bruin in season opener

Henrik Lundqvist battles in front against Brad Marchand.Copyright Getty Images Hockey finally returned on Super Saturday. Fans rejoiced as our favorite teams and players took the ice and played the sport we love so much. It was a good night … Continue reading →

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Devils get off on the right foot against the Isles

After seven and a half months without hockey, the NHL began anew with a bang locally as all three teams were in action, including a Devils-Islanders showdown on Long Island.  As is usually the case with these two teams, it … Continue reading →

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