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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.

Rangers Send Soucy to Islanders

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Derek

On a day that it was first reported by Vince Mercogliano of The Athletic, Carson Soucy was traded from the Rangers to the Islanders during tonight’s game against the Bruins at MSG. The two bitter rivals finally completed the trade … Continue reading →

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Rangers Have No Cause For Excitement

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Derek

For the Rangers, excitement went out the window a long time ago. It’s hard to believe that only two years ago, they were on their way to earning the NHL’s best record for a Presidents’ Trophy. The run that followed … Continue reading →

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Luke Hughes Injury Update: What It Means for the Devils

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Derek

After defeating the Flames 2-1 on Simon Nemec’s third overtime winner of the season on Jan. 19, the New Jersey Devils posted a big 2-1 victory over the Oilers last night in Edmonton on the strength of 22 saves from … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad’s Hat Trick Leads Rangers To First Win In Six

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Derek

On Saturday afternoon, the New York Rangers visited the Philadephia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Led by Mika Zibanejad’s hat trick, the Rangers defeated the Flyers 6-3 to snap a five-game losing streak. It was their first win since besting … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad Becomes Rangers’ Franchise Leader in Power-Play Goals

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Derek

In the second period on Saturday against the Flyers, Mika Zibanejad scored a power-play goal to put the Rangers ahead 4-1. The goal allowed Zibanejad to become the Rangers’ franchise leader in power-play goals with number 117. That broke a … Continue reading →

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The Letter Part II: Drury Hides Behind Statement on Rangers Retool, The Dismantling Of A Good Roster

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Derek

The Rangers released a statement signaling a change in the roster coming up due to how dismal they’ve been. Chris Drury is responsible for this mess. Here’s a closer look at how he turned a good roster into one of the league’s worst. Continue reading →

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Trocheck: We Should Be Embarrassed Right Now

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Derek

Vincent Trocheck summed up the feeling in the locker room following a 10-2 drubbing the Rangers suffered against the Bruins this afternoon in a Boston Massacre that would’ve made Paul Revere proud. “We should be embarrassed right now and I … Continue reading →

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Rangers’ Latest Embarrassment Disrespects Former Players Honored in Centennial Anniversary

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Derek

Before last night’s game, the Rangers held a pregame ceremony that honored fan favorites in their 100-year history. Among the notables included Nick Fotiu, Don Maloney, Jan Erixon, George McPhee, Pierre Larouche, Tony Granato, Chris Nilan, Tie Domi, Darren Langdon, … Continue reading →

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Game Preview: Rangers Get Miller Back For Sabres

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Derek

When we last discussed the Rangers, they lost in overtime to the Mammoth on Monday to remain at 46 points, which dropped them to seventh in the Metropolitan Division. It’s still where they are as they return to home ice … Continue reading →

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Devils’ Catastrophic 9-0 Loss The Latest Embarrassment For Spiraling Team

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Derek

If there’s one word to describe the Devils’ catastrophic 9-0 loss to the Islanders, it would be humiliation. They were embarrassed by the Islanders in a rivalry game on ESPN Plus. Imagine if it had been featured on the NHL … Continue reading →

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