Author Archives: Derek

Camp’s only been open a few days. Unfortunately, the Rangers already have been dealt an injury to their captain. During yesterday’s scrimmage, Chris Drury went down to block a shot, breaking his left index finger. “It’s a tough break for … Continue reading →

After all the nonsense this summer surrounding the Ilya Kovalchuk contract contreversy, not to mention the other changes that have taken place this offseason – promoting Johnny MacLean to head coach, trading for one-time Devil Jason Arnott and signing defensemen … Continue reading →

It wasn’t exactly a Messier-esque guarantee but on yesterday’s Boomer and Carton WFAN morning show simulcast on MSG, Henrik Lundqvist virtually said that the Rangers will be back in the playoffs this season. The Ranger franchise netminder appeared in studio … Continue reading →

They finally got it done. Just two days away from camp, Glen Sather brought back his most vital piece- re-signing top defenseman Marc Staal to a five year, $19.875 million contract. The deal averages $3.975 million, which should be a … Continue reading →

It’s never too early to take a look ahead. Especially with a new season around the corner for one of the game’s most competitive divisions. Whether you’re in a fantasy hockey league or just a passionate pucker, there are always … Continue reading →

Just like everything else this offseason for the Devils, when you think something’s over it is in fact, not over. Even after Ilya Kovalchuk finally got signed, sealed and delivered after six weeks of hearings and negotiations there was still … Continue reading →

Last year it was only Alexei Semenov who got a tryout with the Rangers. This year, Semenov will be joined by Ruslan Fedotenko and Garnet Exelby when camp officially opens this Friday, September 17. As of right now, the camp roster … Continue reading →

Summer’s ending. You can feel it in the air as evidenced by the windy conditions at yesterday’s U.S. Open in Flushing Meadows. Cooler temps are finally here and leaves are changing. Even Ilya Kovalchuk is finally signed. So, what’s taking … Continue reading →

Who’s ready for hockey? With training camps on the verge of opening, it’s finally time to get excited for a new season. No question Ryan Callahan’s ready. The popular Rangers’ right wing appeared on NBC’s Mike’d Up the other night with … Continue reading →

And our long national nightmare finally came to an end early this morning when the NHL and NHLPA agreed on amendments to the CBA in regards to long-term contracts and as a result, the NHL finally approved the Devils’ second … Continue reading →