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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.

Zibanejad and Othmann practice, Rangers cut roster to 48

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Derek

A day after both were banged up from workouts, Mika Zibanejad and Brennan Othmann both took part in team practice at the Greenburgh facility. #NYR Mika Zibanejad (upper body) is on the ice in a red non-contact jersey — Mollie … Continue reading →

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Rangers drop preseason match to Bruins despite some positive signs

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Derek

On football Sunday before six o’clock, the Rangers took to the ice in Boston to battle the Bruins. Following a delayed start due to the team arriving late, they lost 3-0 in the first of six preseason matches. For some … Continue reading →

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Rangers get preseason going against Bruins on Yom Kippur

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Derek

After a long wait, there will be hockey today. It can be seen on MSG Network at 5 EST. If you aren’t in the local area, you can watch the Rangers and Bruins on NHL Network. This marks the first … Continue reading →

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Training Camp Opens: Rangers sweep Flyers in Prospect Tournament, Laviolette talks about what’s made his teams successful

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Derek

On Thursday, NHL training camps opened up. The Rangers were back getting work in at their practice facility in Greenburgh. With the first preseason game on Sunday against the Bruins, it won’t take long to get a feel for what … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere and Othmann expected to get looks on the right wing in training camp, Drury talks to media

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Derek

Players are back for informal sessions at the Rangers practice facility in Greenburgh. With training camp a week away, preparations have begun for the 2023-24 season. It’ll be a new year under Peter Laviolette’s coaching staff, which includes Phil Housley, … Continue reading →

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2023-24 Season Focus: Montreal Canadiens

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Derek

ATLANTIC DIVISION Montreal Canadiens (8th) Record: 31-45-6 68 Pts Missed the playoffs Key Subtractions: Mike Hoffman (traded to Sharks), Jonathan Drouin (signed with Avalanche), Joel Edmundson (traded to Capitals), Rem Pitlick (traded to Penguins), Alex Belzile (signed with Rangers), Denis … Continue reading →

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Mets feeling hockey with surprise celebration song for Ronny Mauricio on Hockey Jersey Night

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Derek

Later this month, training camps begin for the area locals. With the Mets playing out the string in a disappointing season, they gave some hockey fans a little treat during their 7-4 home win over the Diamondbacks at Citi Field. … Continue reading →

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2023-24 Season Focus: Detroit Red Wings

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Derek

ATLANTIC DIVISION Detroit Red Wings (7th) Record: 35-37-10 80 Pts Missed the playoffs Key Subtractions: Dominik Kubalik (traded to Senators), Gustav Lindstrom (traded to Canadiens), Filip Zadina (signed with Sharks), Alex Nedeljkovic (signed with Penguins), Pius Suter (signed with Canucks) … Continue reading →

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2023-24 Season Focus: Ottawa Senators

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Derek

ATLANTIC DIVISION Ottawa Senators (6th) Record: 39-35-8 86 Pts Missed the playoffs Key Subtractions: Alex DeBrincat (traded to Red Wings), Derick Brassard (unsigned), Cam Talbot (signed with Kings), Nick Holden (unsigned) Key Additions: Vladimir Tarasenko, Joonas Korpisalo, Dominik Kubalik, Zach … Continue reading →

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Former Ranger Del Zotto hangs up the skates

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Derek

At one time, Michael Del Zotto was lighting it up on Broadway as a rookie for the Rangers at MSG. That was in 2009-10, when the former 2008 first round pick scored nine goals and finished with 37 points as … Continue reading →

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