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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.

Winter wonderland (for the Flyers anyway)

Can I just not talk about this game and yet another blown two-goal lead tonight? Personally I’d rather break down the particulars of the biggest snowstorm in the history of Western Civilization. Or at least the biggest in the state … Continue reading →

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Attention Devil Fans

The New Jersey Devils are having a Snow Day Photo Contest. All you have to do is play in the snow and make a submission to be entered for a chance to win a free autographed puck signed by one … Continue reading →

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Blizzard could make for interesting day

  The snow has already been falling here for a few hours. Today’s predicted blizzard could dump over a foot of the white stuff in the metro area. What that could mean for the Rangers and Devils, who each are … Continue reading →

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S.S. Sabres Sinking

A few weeks ago, the view from the top of the Northeast Division was clear. It was similar to being on a cruise ship for the Buffalo Sabres, wining and dining with the best foods, drinks, and dancing. It was … Continue reading →

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Stars acquire Lehtonen, Turco Era about to close

Earlier tonight, the rumors that Kari Lehtonen would be coming to Big D finally came to fruition. The Stars acquired the oft-injured Finnish goalie from Atlanta for D prospect Ivan Vishnevskiy and a 2010 fourth round pick. Full credit to … Continue reading →

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Sabres fall again in shootout to B’s

The Sabres’ woes continued at the hands of bitter rival Boston, who edged them in a shootout prevailing 3-2 at HSBC Arena tonight. David Krejci snapped a 1-1 tie in Round Four to give the B’s their second consecutive win, … Continue reading →

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Ranger prospect Chris Kreider Makes SC

In case you missed it last night, Ranger prospect Chris Kreider, who the club selected in the first round last year made Sports Center. His highlight reel goal was the No.1 play in BC’s 4-3 win over BU in the … Continue reading →

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Carter Hit On Salmela

In the Devils’ 3-2 loss to the Flyers, what will get plenty of attention is Jeff Carter’s hit that injured defenseman Anssi Salmela after he scored shorthanded in the first period. In reviewing it, the first angle looked worse with … Continue reading →

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Carter hit on Salmela

In the Devils’ 3-2 loss to the Flyers, what will get plenty of attention is Jeff Carter’s hit that injured defenseman Anssi Salmela after he scored shorthanded 61 seconds into the second period. In reviewing it, the first angle looked … Continue reading →

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Devils show no guts – again

During the second period with the Devils leading the Flyers 2-0 and seemingly in control Joe Beninati (announcing the game on VERSUS with ex-Flyer Keith Jones) stated how the Devils become like a boa constrictor with a lead and generally … Continue reading →

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