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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.

Czechia upsets Canada, USA needs big third to defeat Latvia

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Derek

Day One of the IIHF U20 World Junior Championships didn’t disappoint up north in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Moncton, New Brunswick. Group play got underway on Boxing Day without any problems. However, there were some surprises on the first day … Continue reading →

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Bedard headlines 2023 IIHF U20 World Junior Championships, Devils and Rangers prospects well represented

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Derek

Christmas time means the world’s best hockey prospects get together to compete in the IIHF U20 World Junior Championships. The prestigious tournament will take place in Halifax and Moncton between December 26 through January 5. Unlike last year when COVID-19 … Continue reading →

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Rangers give fans a Christmas gift in comeback win over Islanders in final meeting, Gauthier and Goodrow spark eighth win in nine, Kakko gets winner to redeem himself, the ridiculous NHL schedule

Posted on December 24, 2022 by Derek

Whenever the classic crosstown rivals get together, it makes for an entertaining game. Very early in the season, it was the Islanders who took the first two games from the Rangers including a third period comeback on Nov. 8 at … Continue reading →

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Tkachuk, Panthers pull bush league move on Hischier in loss to Devils

Posted on December 22, 2022 by Derek

On Wednesday night, the Devils faced off with the Panthers for the second time over five days. Unlike the 4-2 home defeat they suffered this past Saturday, the Devs rallied in the third period for a 4-2 victory at Florida. … Continue reading →

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Crosby’s goal holds up for Pens to end Rangers’ winning streak at seven, Kreider scores twice, Special Teams the difference in tough one-goal loss

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Derek

Sometimes, it isn’t a question of effort. It was there for the Rangers, who outplayed the Penguins for large stretches in their first meeting since a memorable first round series. Ultimately, it came down to special teams. The Pens were … Continue reading →

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Chytil good to go against Penguins

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Derek

The Rangers got good news earlier today. Filip Chytil declared himself ready to go for tonight’s big game against the old Patrick Division rival Penguins. #NYR Filip Chytil says he’s good to go and will play tonight vs. Penguins — … Continue reading →

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Player Safety doesn’t care about protecting its players, Chytil injury on Lafferty hit proof the NHL is run backwards

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Derek

A show of hands. How many of you have rooted for teams and supported hockey before the 21st century? If you’ve been around long enough, then you know how backwards the sport has become. In the old days, the NHL … Continue reading →

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Trashy fans embarass themselves in Philadelphia by targeting DeAngelo, Rangers win sixth straight

Posted on December 18, 2022 by Derek

Normally, I wouldn’t bother to go here. However, here we are. It’s late Saturday night into football Sunday and I’m not going to duck the obvious. Not when I feel so strongly about it. On the ice, things have been … Continue reading →

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Ovechkin makes history with hat trick to join Howe and Gretzky as the third member of the 800 Goal Club

Posted on December 15, 2022 by Derek

NO. 8️⃣0️⃣0️⃣‼️ OVI KEEPS CLIMBING 📈 pic.twitter.com/DVQQqOYk1V — ESPN (@espn) December 14, 2022 On Tuesday night in Chicago at the United Center, Alexander Ovechkin launched himself into NHL history by becoming only the third player to join the 800 Goal … Continue reading →

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Chytil provides spark in Rangers’ come from behind win over Devils in overtime, Shesterkin stops Hughes on penalty shot

Posted on December 13, 2022 by Derek

Something needed to change. It was more of the same early on for the Rangers against the Devils. Playing their archival for the second time at MSG, they found themselves in a two-goal hole quickly. A goal originally credited to … Continue reading →

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