Author Archives: Derek

The Islanders continued to dominate the Rangers at MSG, winning for the ninth time on Broadway over a lucky 13 (9-3-1). The hero was Kyle Okposo, who snapped an 18-game drought by netting the overtime winner with 47 seconds to … Continue reading →

Later tonight, the Rangers and Islanders do it again at MSG in a Christmas Spectacular. Well, albeit a day late due to the holiday break. Still, it’s as good as it gets in this town as the two bitter rivals … Continue reading →

In this Olympic year, I kind of consider this Devils season as a three-part trilogy. Normally it’s a two-parter (pre and post-All Star break) but this season there are really three…from Opening Night up to the holiday, from the holiday … Continue reading →

Getting into the holiday spirit, we want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Channukah, Kwanza and Festivus during the best time of year! Appreciate what you have and celebrate life. Enjoy all that it gives us. I’m very appreciative … Continue reading →

Recently, our NJD blogger Hasan was pondering what was really up with defenseman Paul Martin. Apparently, he knew as yesterday the Devils’ top blueliner underwent minor surgery for the broken forearm he was recovering from. The 28 year-old who can … Continue reading →

Last week’s humiliation feels like a long time ago. Perhaps the Rangers took it to heart. Since, they’re a perfect four-for-four including tonight’s big 4-1 home win over the Panthers, tying them for eighth in the East with 39 points. … Continue reading →

In half an hour, the Rangers will skate against the Panthers in what amounts to an important swing game. Florida’s been hot lately winning four of five to launch into the eighth spot with 39 points- two ahead of the … Continue reading →

Lately, the Islanders have been in a funk. Ever since their win at MSG which drew John Tortorella’s ire on the other side of the intense rivalry, they haven’t won a game. In fact, Scott Gordon’s club has been outscored … Continue reading →

Last night, amidst MB30 breaking the shutout record in Pitt, Henrik Lundqvist had a pretty stellar performance along with his team in Raleigh, posting a 3-1 win. Since Mount Tort erupted, the Rangers have won three in a row. Matt … Continue reading →

Congratulations go out to the new King of Shutouts, Martin Brodeur who stopped all 35 Penguin shots in a Devil 4-0 victory at tame Mellon Arena, who at least acknowledged one more record for MB30. Kudos go out to Marty … Continue reading →