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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.

Big Day

Devs-Caps at 1pm on FSN. Bolts-Pens at 5pm on Comcast.net Ducks-Avs at 8pm on Yahoo.com New Post

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Atlanta Wheels and Deals

First they go Bradon Coburn for Alexei Zhitnik, now they’ve pulled off Keith Tkachuk from STL for a 1st, a 3rd, and a 2nd in ’08 as well as Glenn Metropolit. Devils @ Caps today on FSN. New Post

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The Art Of Competitive Walking

Okay folks…I know what you’re thinking. What the heck is Competitive Walking. Well, during the last Summer Olympics, it actually became a sport where gold medals were won. I like to walk as much as anyone. But as a former … Continue reading →

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Mission Accomplished

“Of course, Derek wants the opposite.“-Steve from earlier today Mission accomplished! How does a playoff desperate team go from two early goals up to losing 3-2 on back-to-back shorthanded goals in which essentially one player beat three? Answer: When you’re … Continue reading →

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Ranger Hangover

Congrats to Cam Janssen on his first NHL goal, but unfortunately, he was the only one who showed up to play today. Maybe Marty, he was the only reason it was this close, but still, we gotta throw out a … Continue reading →

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Hockey Today

Devils hosting Washington in the first game of a home-and-home at 1pm. Islanders have a big one against the Canadiens at 1pm as well. The Canadiens are hinting on a resurgence and winning this game would give them 3 in … Continue reading →

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Kovy – The only disturbing news was Wayne Newton singing Viva Las Vegas!! Actually, I didn’t go to the game, I was there for poker, blackjack, shows, food and drink. One disturbing incident though – from my hotel window we … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts

As I get ready for some HS playoff hoops tomorrow in Park Slope at The Berkeley Carroll School, here were a few things on my mind. In no particular order: 1.Joe Sakic is the captain of the Avs and has … Continue reading →

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More Reaction

From a good buddy of mine regarding Jagr: “It is nice to see other people besides myself who feel that this guy has worn out his welcome. What he did last night is inexcusable, How can you be the Captain … Continue reading →

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Interesting Take On Last Night

And it comes from my brother in response to an angry Blueshirt fan who blamed the officiating for last nite’s predictable choke job: Hey, Patrick. Normally i’d agree with you about the reffing. I could complain about the reffing, but … Continue reading →

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