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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.

First place no longer on the line Tuesday, health the key for Rangers in final week, NHL hypocrisy on injuries

Posted on April 24, 2022 by Derek

It was a missed opportunity for the Rangers this weekend. Without forwards Andrew Copp and Filip Chytil, they lost to the Bruins 3-1 on Saturday. Combined with the Hurricanes sweeping the Devils and Islanders, the Rangers now trail them by … Continue reading →

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History Made: Panarin sets record for most assists by a Ranger forward, Kreider ties Cook on all-time franchise list

Posted on April 22, 2022 by Derek

It’s been a history making year for the Rangers. In their latest win- a satisfying 6-3 triumph over the Islanders- Artemi Panarin made some history. The 30-year old Russian assisted on all three of Andrew Copp’s goals during the first … Continue reading →

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The Good Copp gets a natural hat trick to highlight Rangers’ win over Islanders, Panarin adds four assists to hit career best 96 points, Strome gets number 20, Kreider ties Cook on all-time Rangers goal list

Posted on April 22, 2022 by Derek

It was a good night in Elmont. A pretty memorable one for Andrew Copp. His natural hat trick in a great first period highlighted a Rangers’ 6-3 win over the Islanders at UBS Arena in Long Island. Since coming over … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin, Rangers make it three shutouts in a row for first time in 50 years, Strome tallies twice in latest win, Panarin adds two assists

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Derek

History has been made again. In a feel good story that’s seen the team surprise by challenging for first place, the Rangers continue to win hockey games at a high rate. The latest highlight was their 3-0 shutout victory of … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere’s pair including highlight reel goal help Rangers tie for first place, Kakko exits with ugly leg injury, Amirante and playoff memories at MSG

Posted on April 17, 2022 by Derek

A promise was kept. Following a game off, Alexis Lafreniere returned to the lineup for Saturday’s afternoon tilt against the Red Wings. He didn’t disappoint. Unaffected by coach Gerard Gallant sitting him out on Wednesday, the 20-year old left wing … Continue reading →

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Kakko’s two pair make Gallant look like an Ace, tough decision awaiting

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Derek

There was another game on the schedule. That was a good thing for the Rangers, who easily won by a count of 4-0 over the hapless Flyers in the City of Brotherly Love. It was an easy rebound win for … Continue reading →

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Gallant scratches Lafreniere

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Derek

This isn’t exactly how I pictured tonight’s game starting. With Filip Chytil declared ready to return after missing Tuesday’s game, Gerard Gallant decided to scratch Alexis Lafreniere for the Flyers game. line up for tonight 💪 pic.twitter.com/fYfygFbgXw — Rangers on … Continue reading →

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Hurricanes dominant third period the difference in tough Rangers’ loss, Kreider gets number 50, becomes fourth Ranger of 50-Goal Club

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Derek

The 50-goal scorer! Talking about why they lost. pic.twitter.com/Yn0GFzgKFj — Derek (@NewYorkPuck) April 13, 2022 In what amounted to a bittersweet night, the Rangers lost to the Hurricanes 4-2 at The Garden. The Canes used a strong third period to … Continue reading →

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Rangers Clinch: Dominate Senators to return to Playoffs, Kreider gets numbers 48 and 49, Panarin puts up three points, tie Hurricanes for division

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Derek

It’s official. The New York Rangers are back in the playoffs. They clinched their first postseason since ’16-17 by dominating the Senators 5-1 before a raucous atmosphere at MSG. see you in the playoffs 😏 pic.twitter.com/zYo3b5oMDo — Rangers on MSG … Continue reading →

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Tough hit for Rangers, significant upper body injury to Motte and Chytil also hurt, Kakko practices along with Rooney

Posted on April 8, 2022 by Derek

Today wasn’t a good day for the Rangers. After defeating the Penguins 3-0 with a great team effort, they got some bad news. The injury bug has hit with 10 games left in the regular season. During Thursday night’s game, … Continue reading →

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