Author Archives: Derek

Is back. Four more points tonight. So will he stay in Philly or will they get a King’s ransom for Foppa at the deadline? It’s less than three weeks away now. Find out. New Post

For those who were wondering what Chico was talking about on the telecast, our very own Mike “Doc” Emrick is up again for a New York region Emmy for Outstanding On-Camera Talent: Sports Play-By-Play. Doc won the award in 1997 … Continue reading →

So you’re veteran defenseman Darius Kasparaitis, who has cleared waivers probably ending your Ranger career. How do you feel? Well, I’m sure deep down, it has to hurt. But true to this warrior’s character, he has been a good teammate … Continue reading →

In a recent entry I made yesterday, I wondered if there would be any extensive NHL Draft coverage for Rounds 2 thru 7 which is to take place on a Saturday on June 23rd in Columbus from 10 AM Eastern … Continue reading →

This was written by my broadcast partner Joe McDonald courtesy of The Fourth Period after Martin Brodeur backstopped the Devils to a 3-2 shootout triumph over the Rangers last night at Continental Airlines Arena. It’s worth the read. So please … Continue reading →

Derek, c’mon, the draft was practically at night, what 5, 6 o clock last year? It can’t be more than an hour, 2 hours later. My problem is, are Devs fans to be welcomed to the Meadowlands? As for the … Continue reading →

It can’t get any more confusing regarding the league’s direction, it does. How else can you explain this? 2007 NHL ENTRY DRAFT TO BE HELD OVER TWO DAYSThe 2007 NHL Entry Draft will be held over two days, on Friday, … Continue reading →

In case anyone was wondering, I did have a new show debut on blogtalkradio last night. It’s appropriately called Hard Hits. Basically, I’ll cover any sport and give my input on things. Being that it was my first show, it … Continue reading →

No, this isn’t a misprint Steve. It’s the harsh reality of being a New York fan who bleeds a lot more Ranger blue than Knicks Orange and Blue and whatever that stupid ass song says which they stole from West … Continue reading →

Devils take the shootout by a final of 3-2. Not a great performance from New Jersey, but the Rangers are just hexed at this point, somehow you knew they couldn’t possibly close this one out. A 4-on-3 in the OT … Continue reading →