Author Archives: Derek

They’ve only played four games but already it’s getting late early for a Broadway team that just won’t hit back. It’s bad enough that they now have a built in excuse with no Marian Gaborik. However, to come out so … Continue reading →

In a little bit, I’ll be heading over to MSG along with Justin and Mike for the Rangers’ second home game. They’ll take on a talented Avs club that features super soph Matt Duchene, Paul Stastny, Chris Stewart, Milan Hejduk … Continue reading →

Well evidently I picked a good night to skip going to a Devils game, since they got humiliated 4-1 by the Bruins to drop to 1-4-1, and except for a few players didn’t look like they could be bothered to … Continue reading →

A day has passed from yesterday’s Ranger home opener. As much as I’m not feeling well with perhaps what happened in the game partially why along with a lot of other fun stuff I did, I’m still trying to digest … Continue reading →

Maybe I shouldn’t be as annoyed about last night’s 3-2 home loss to Colorado as I am…after all, the Devils dominated in terms of shots (43-22) and scoring chances. Plus, our bevy of rookies led by defensemen Matt Taormina, Matthew … Continue reading →

We’re a week into the new season. For the Rangers, they finally play their home opener tonight against the hot Maple Leafs who haven’t lost yet. It’s only Game No.3 for John Tortorella’s club. The usual for a team that … Continue reading →

After an unplanned and elongated absence, I am ready to make my return at last! Between computer issues caused by a phone line that was out of whack for almost two weeks and a family vacation to New Hampshire for … Continue reading →

It wasn’t pretty but the Devils will take it. Ilya Kovalchuk’s first goal of the season 53 seconds into overtime made a winner of new coach John MacLean. His first win behind the bench. Martin Brodeur stopped all 24 shots … Continue reading →

Two years ago today, the hockey world lost talented Russian teenager Alexei Cherepanov. The electrifying right wing who the Rangers selected 17th overall in 2007 was only 19 when he collapsed on the bench next to Avangard Omsk teammate Jaromir … Continue reading →

It was a busy Tuesday for the NHL. Not only did they take thrifty action against James Wisniewski but also banned Chicago defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson two games as well for this dangerous hit on Sabre right wing Jason Pominville that … Continue reading →