Author Archives: Derek

Nobody comes under more scrutiny than Erik Christensen. Not even the much debated Sean Avery, who will make his season debut tomorrow versus the Canadiens with Wojtek Wolski on the shelf. Christy is an interesting character, who gives you a lot … Continue reading →

After a desultory home loss to Toronto dropped the Devils under .500 last night, they went to Philly looking to stop the hemmoraghing that’s been taking place since the team’s 3-1-1 start. Despite the Flyers not having Chris Pronger and … Continue reading →

Our quote of the day belongs to Joe Thornton. Apparently, losing 5-2 to the Rangers Monday was too much for the former No.1 overall pick (’97) who’s won exactly no Cups to bare. “They were probably the softest team we … Continue reading →

It’s Halloween 2011. And with the gobly fun, comes the end of October for our Battle teams. Well, albeit for one club with the Rangers hosting the Sharks later tonight- still without a home win at the renovated MSG. Outside … Continue reading →

After their 4-1 loss in Pittsburgh last Saturday, the Devils went out West for three games in LA, Phoenix and Dallas. While I figured the team would go 1-2, I did think the trip would be better than that after … Continue reading →

It was supposed to be a huge celebration. Thunderous applause like we heard when MSG didn’t drown them out for King Henrik and new captain Ryan Callahan. They were going to dominate no matter what. Nothing could tarnish the moment … Continue reading →

The fun starts tonight. Based on all the hoopla, you’d think this was some ode to the franchise’s fifth Stanley Cup. One could only hope it leads there soon. After a lengthy seven-game tour around the world, the Rangers finally … Continue reading →

The bell will sound at 7 ET tonight in Long Island. Bring out Michael Buffer. “Let’s Get Ready To Rumble!!!!!” Cue classic 2Unlimited “Get Ready For This.“ Alright. So, maybe we’re going a bit overboard about Round One of Pens/Isles … Continue reading →

Sometimes, when you’re not going good, someone steps up and makes a play that lifts a team. Such was the case during last night’s Rangers’ 2-1 win over the Jets at soldout Winnipeg- finally concluding their crazy seven-game trip around … Continue reading →

Tonight, the Rangers will visit Winnipeg for the first time since NHL ’96 was in stores. Sega Genesis was hot along with Super Nintendo. There were no PS3’s, Ipods, Iphones or Ipads. Fifteen years later, the rebirth of the Winnipeg … Continue reading →