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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.

Rangers Call Up Scott Morrow and Send Down Gabe Perreault

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Derek

Following Saturday night’s 2-1 shootout win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, the New York Rangers were busy today. They have called up defenseman Scott Morrow from the Hartford Wolf Pack and sent down forward Gabe Perreault. The moves aren’t that … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad Becomes Eighth Ranger to 600 Points

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Derek

During the second period of the New York Rangers’ 2-1 shootout win over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, Mika Zibanejad scored a power-play goal to join an exclusive club. His goal was the 600th point as a Ranger. … Continue reading →

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Borgen Out Tonight for Rangers

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Derek

At the top of the hour, the New York Rangers will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. They won’t have defenseman Will Borgen available. In their 7-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, Borgen finished … Continue reading →

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Jack Hughes Expected to Miss Eight Weeks Due to Surgery on Finger

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Derek

The New Jersey Devils provided an update on Jack Hughes. They announced that Hughes underwent successful surgery on his finger. He’s expected to miss eight weeks due to the procedure. Hughes suffered the injury when he accidentally cut his finger … Continue reading →

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Devils Lose Jack Hughes In Freak Accident

Posted on November 14, 2025 by Derek

In shocking news, the Devils announced this afternoon that star center Jack Hughes is out due to a hand injury sustained at a team dinner Thursday night. The injury occurred when Hughes accidentally cut his hand. According to Elliotte Friedman, it … Continue reading →

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Hockey Mourns The Loss Of Larry Brooks

Posted on November 13, 2025 by Derek

Early this morning, sad news hit the hockey world. Legendary New York Post hockey columnist Larry Brooks passed away at 75. He lost a brief battle with cancer. Brooks’ colleague Mike Vaccaro broke the news with a very touching tribute … Continue reading →

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Nemec’s First Career Hat Trick Lifts Devils to Overtime Win over Blackhawks

Posted on November 13, 2025 by Derek

Once again, the New Jersey Devils needed a hero late in another exciting game. This time, it came on the road against the Chicago Blackhawks. Simon Nemec recorded his first career hat trick to lift the Devils to a 4-3 … Continue reading →

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Rangers Kick The Extra Point In Win Over Depleted Lightning

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Derek

It wasn’t a Picasso. Fortunately for the New York Rangers, it didn’t have to be in what amounted to a 7-3 runaway over the depleted Tampa Bay Lightning. Buoyed by a season-high four assists from a revived Artemi Panarin, the … Continue reading →

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Rangers Look to Stay Hot Against Banged Up Lightning

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Derek

When they visit the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight in a featured matchup that’ll be shown on the NHL On TNT as part of a doubleheader, which will also include the New Jersey Devils getting their first look at the new … Continue reading →

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Trocheck’s Return Ignites Rangers to First Home Win

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Derek

For seven games, the New York Rangers couldn’t score enough to win on home ice. They entered tonight with just six goals  and had been shut out five times at Madison Square Garden. All of that changed on Monday in … Continue reading →

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