Author Archives: Derek

If you’re a Rangers or Devils fan, then last night was all about your teams. No matter which side of the Hudson you root for, it was compelling hockey at its finest. There’s nothing better than Game Seven and it … Continue reading →

Do or die. It really is that simple for the Rangers and Devils tonight. Both showed heart in forcing Game Seven against the Senators and Panthers. In a few hours, each will get an opportunity to complete a comeback and … Continue reading →

As much as this series shouldn’t have come down to Game 7, perhaps it’s fitting it did in a way, since both teams have split ten hockey games with each other this year, starting with the four in the regular … Continue reading →

Trailing by a goal in a hostile environment, they could’ve packed their bags and gotten ready for the summer. Instead, the Rangers had other plans. Showing the mettle that’s bound them to so many #twitterblueshirts the Rangers battled back to … Continue reading →

There is a lot to be said for our team’s effort in this series. Entering it, they knew Ottawa presented a challenge. In terms of speed and skill, they’re superior. Sadly, what’s transpired is that they’re outworking us. Yes, the … Continue reading →

I honestly don’t know what to say about this team anymore, certainly nothing new that I didn’t already say after Game 3. Last night’s ‘effort’ in the last two periods of a swing Game 5 was an absolute disgrace. Other … Continue reading →

Down 2-1 against the Panthers after a potentially soul-crushing Game 3 defeat, the Devils knew they needed a few things to happen to turn the series around. Martin Brodeur had to be better than he was for the first three … Continue reading →

I sit here now, knowing I’m in for a night of little sleep unsure how to start this post after the disgraceful horror show I just witnessed at the Rock. I never thought I could ever feel worse than after … Continue reading →

The King stands tall as Ryan McDonagh digs in against Zenon Konopka during Game 3. The Rangers needed something. After how they lost Game Two with a more determined Senator club earning the 3-2 overtime win at a stunned Garden … Continue reading →

After a road Game 1 win, the Devils’ momentum from being ahead in the series lasted precisely twenty-three seconds last night. That’s how long it took for Andy Greene to take a dumb penalty and the Devils’ GREAT PENALTY KILL … Continue reading →