Category Archives: Battle News

Hockey will finally return in January

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Derek

It’s back. Following a lot of negotiations, the NHL and NHLPA reached agreement for a 56-game season over the weekend. Right on the cusp of Winter, hockey is coming back. On Solstice Day, we can at least have the sport … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist reveals news that he can’t play truly stunning

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Derek

When you get hit by the first snowstorm courtesy Nor’Easter Winter Storm Gail, it is already daunting with the calendar still in December. While the snow totals might not have been as bad here in Staten Island or even areas … Continue reading →

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Larry Brooks appears on WFAN with Chris Moore

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Derek

An hour ago, Larry Brooks made a rare guest appearance on WFAN in New York with Chris Moore. The Hockey Hall of Fame columnist of the New York Post talked plenty of hockey with Moore, who unlike other hosts, loves … Continue reading →

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Hockey is Returning

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Derek

Wherever you are in this forever year that feels like an eternity, we have been patiently waiting for hockey to return. Considering that you had the unique expanded playoff format which included Play-In series before the Lightning conquered the bubble … Continue reading →

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Blueshirts run it back with Strome, re-sign Lemieux

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Derek

Amidst all the chaos of the election, the Rangers have been busy. They basically decided to bring back Ryan Strome. After some uncertainty surrounding the second line center who posted a career high 59 points (18-41-59) while teaming with Artemi … Continue reading →

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Devils sign Dmitry Kulikov, re-sign Nicholas Merkley, Alexander Holtz off to a good start

Posted on October 23, 2020 by Derek

The Devils signed Dmitry Kulikov to a one-year deal worth $1.15 million. A veteran defenseman of 11 years, Kulikov will turn 30 on Oct. 29. He’s a good skating, left shooting D who can log around 20 minutes in a … Continue reading →

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Legendary voice of hockey Doc Emrick hangs up the microphone

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Derek

To the Voice of Hockey, HOF broadcaster, and friend, congratulations on an amazing career! Enjoy your retirement! #ThankYouDoc pic.twitter.com/dfnTavFvjK — Martin Brodeur (@MartinBrodeur) October 19, 2020 The year has been a trying one for so many people. In spite of … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist continues to be more visible at new home

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Derek

New surroundings 😎 pic.twitter.com/H5hv76bw5m — Henrik Lundqvist (@HLundqvist) October 18, 2020 Henrik Lundqvist finally got to visit his new stall in the Capitals locker room. He posted the following photo above. He looks at ease in what will be his … Continue reading →

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Rangers make great bridge deal with DeAngelo

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Derek

Guess who’s back. Tony D. Yes. The Rangers will have their Eminem version back for at least the next two years after avoiding arbitration. I thought bridging him for two years at $4.75 million would get it done. As it … Continue reading →

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Rangers avoid arbitration, re-sign Alex Georgiev and Phil Di Giuseppe

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Derek

In good news, the Rangers reached agreement with two restricted free agents on new deals. A couple of days ago, they re-signed forward Phil Di Giuseppe to a one-year, $700,000 contract. The 27-year old left wing was called up from … Continue reading →

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