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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.

Kakko set to return and Hajek gets his chance on birthday

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Derek

Tonight, the Rangers return to action when the Capitals visit The Garden. It’s the first of eight match-ups against one of the division’s best teams. Coming off Monday’s 3-1 comeback win over the Penguins, it’ll be a good litmus test … Continue reading →

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Talking Rangers Hockey

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Derek

https://anchor.fm/derek-felix/episodes/Pushing-Buttons-Rangers-Move-On-From-DeAngelo-with-a-Big-Win-eps6l The Rangers are back in action tomorrow night when they host the Capitals. With both defensemen Jack Johnson and Brendan Smith uncertain for the game, I ponder if we could see defenseman Libor Hajek play with Anthony Bitetto. Hajek … Continue reading →

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It’s Time for the Rangers to find out about Libor Hajek, McDonagh/Miller trade still haunting organization

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Derek

It’s Groundhog Day! Here in Staten Island, the good news is Staten Island Chuck didn’t see his shadow. This despite all the snow we got in the metropolitan area. With the fun out of the way if you believe in … Continue reading →

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Hungry and determined Rangers get an important win over Penguins

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Derek

Igor Shestyorkin is congratulated by happy teammate Chris Kreider, whose power play goal stood as the game-winner in a well deserved 3-1 Rangers win over the Penguins. AP Photo by New York Rangers courtesy Getty Images Celebrating equality. #NYR | … Continue reading →

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Rangers confirm DeAngelo played final game, Kakko added to COVID-19 Protocol list

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Derek

In about as truthful a press conference as they could have, the Rangers have moved on without Tony DeAngelo. Both Team President John Davidson and General Manager Jeff Gorton confirmed that the troubled player has played his final game for … Continue reading →

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The truth about DeAngelo/Georgiev altercation, Quinn on the clock, Bitetto could debut tonight if game is played

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Derek

There have been so many stories regarding the Tony DeAngelo and Alex Georgiev dust up that occurred following the Rangers’ 5-4 overtime loss to the Penguins on Saturday night. Many of the allegations have been proven false. Defenseman K’Andre Miller’s … Continue reading →

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The end of the road for selfish DeAngelo, who may have played his final NHL game

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Derek

Following up the shocking news of the Rangers placing Tony DeAngelo on waivers, I wanted to post my final thoughts on what happened. If you’re interested in hearing what I have to say, please refer to my Pushing Buttons podcast … Continue reading →

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Rangers put DeAngelo on waivers

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Derek

The Rangers have placed Tony DeAngelo on waivers. He is making an average of $4.8 million on the salary cap and signed through 2022. Not on ice today: DeAngelo (waivers), Johnson (day-to-day, lower body), Blackwell (7-10 days, upper body) and … Continue reading →

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A telling quote from Chris Kreider

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Derek

Following the overtime defeat to the Pens, Chris Kreider perfectly summed up why the Rangers lost. Hint: It had to do with the style they rely too much on. A style that isn’t conducive to winning hockey games. “That’s just … Continue reading →

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Devils fall to Sabres in shootout despite resilient effort

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Derek

On Saturday afternoon up in Buffalo, the Devils battled back to grab a point against the Sabres. Ultimately, their effort wasn’t good enough to get the second point in a 4-3 shootout loss. Despite dropping a third straight game, there … Continue reading →

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