Author Archives: Derek

In the fifth installment of the Battle Of Hudson, the Devils lead the Rangers 1-0 after one period. Unlike the last game which featured 28 total shots, the first over at The Rock had a combined 20 with the Devs … Continue reading →

There’s still a month to go but don’t tell the Blueshirts. Despite a poor effort against Boston yesterday, John Tortorella’s club still found a way to edge the Bruins 4-3 at The Garden- extending the division lead to 10 over … Continue reading →

Okay, everyone that was on the ledge after the Devils’ four straight losses put them within six points of the playoff cut line can collectively exhale now. We will not lose every game the rest of the season, and in … Continue reading →

Henrik Lundqvist isn’t the only one who won’t be playing against the Hurricanes tonight. While John Tortorella opts to rest the Vezina frontrunner, the Rangers will also be without the services of their captain when they face off in Raleigh. … Continue reading →

During last night’s Penguins/Stars game in Dallas, another dangerous hit came into question. As Pittsburgh defenseman Kris Letang reached down to play a puck, in came Dallas’ forward Eric Nystrom with a big check that injured the Pens’ best blueliner. … Continue reading →

Former Cup winner Sami Pahlsson could help Canucks win first ever championship. A second consecutive year saw GMs balk at overwhelming prices. Like 2011, only 16 trades were struck at the NHL Trade Deadline. Whether it be parity or not … Continue reading →

Monday’s trade deadline came and went like a March breeze. Well, relatively speaking. Few teams made a big splash. One that didn’t was the Rangers, who’s last ditch effort to acquire Rick Nash was turned down by Columbus. As we … Continue reading →

Disappointment was the scene at TSN for a second straight trade deadline. Parity ruled the day. For a second consecutive year, the NHL Trade Deadline was fairly quiet with only 16 deals struck. Compare that to the 31 made in … Continue reading →

Glen Sather’s last attempt to acquire Rick Nash was rebuffed but that might not be such a bad thing. You just knew Glen Sather had one more trick up his sleeve. Prior to Monday’s 3 PM deadline, the Rangers President … Continue reading →

David Clarkson wasn’t punished for a dangerous run he took at Brandon Dubinsky last night. The fiery Devil forward made a flying elbow attempt at Dubinsky during the second period of the Rangers’ 2-0 win over the Devils Monday. However, … Continue reading →