Author Archives: Derek

It’s time for Ryan Callahan and Brandon Dubinsky to start leading by example. Sure. It’s only been six games. Rome wasn’t built in a day. Of course, no one’s saying the ’11-12 Rangers will evolve into an NHL version of … Continue reading →

Let’s be honest, tonight’s 4-1 Devil loss in Pittsburgh isn’t much worth recapping. Yeah the game was 1-1 early in the third period until the roof fell in with three goals against, but about all I want to talk about … Continue reading →

After what felt like an NFL-style bye week between games, the Devils returned to the ice last night for the first time in six days and received a bit of a reality check from the Sharks in Newark. While the … Continue reading →

Today is the third NHL Saturday. And for each Battle club, they take to the ice looking to get the ‘W.’ Devils at Penguins– A day removed from a tough 4-3 shootout defeat to San Jose that saw the teal … Continue reading →

The super soph was at it again. A game removed from breaking out with a goal and assist, Ryan McDonagh continued his rapid improvement by stunning the Flames at the last split second. After exchanging four goals and fisticuffs in … Continue reading →

In this league, you’re only as hot as your goalie. Especially when in the early going, the Rangers had struggled to score goals until a four-goal third period explosion- stunning Roberto Luongo and the Canucks 4-zip. It was their first … Continue reading →

They try again later tonight in British Columbia. A place that once treated them well. It really is imperative that the Rangers get in the ‘W’ column sometime during this crucial four-game Canadian trip that includes stops at Calgary, Edmonton … Continue reading →

It’s already Week 3. Even though technically, it’s not till later this week, it’s never too early to start looking at trends. How are our teams faring? What are the early stories? Is it Toronto’s perfect start highlighted by Phil … Continue reading →

It’s already been busy for the Battle clubs (Buf, NJD, NYI, NYR). Injuries, demotions, call-ups and early surprises are in the offing. So let’s get to it! –Devils recall G Keith Kinkaid. Due to Martin Brodeur’s right shoulder injury, the … Continue reading →

John Tavares’ hat trick victimized Marian Gaborik during the Isles’ 4-2 win. Round One was a TKO by John Tavares. Led by the third-year star, the Islanders won the first big match-up between blood rivals- doubling up on the Rangers … Continue reading →