Category Archives: Battle News

Injuries don’t tarnish NHL participation in Sochi

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Derek

The worst fear was realized for the Islanders in Sochi. Star center John Tavares is done for the season. During yesterday’s Canadian 2-1 quarterfinal win over Latvia, he left with a knee injury sustained on a hit from Arturs Kulda … Continue reading →

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Rangers close Olympic break in second

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Derek

At times, it’s been an unpredictable season for the Rangers. Perhaps that should’ve been expected with new bench boss Alain Vigneault taking over. Despite first half struggles, they have overcome a rough start and find themselves second in the Metro … Continue reading →

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Report: Vanek rejects Islanders offer

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Derek

It looks like Thomas Vanek’s days as an Islander are numbered. The 30-year old star left wing Isles’ GM Garth Snow acquired from Buffalo on Oct. 27 in exchange for Matt Moulson, a conditional first and second rejected a recent … Continue reading →

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Rangers edge Islanders 2-1 to sweep Stadium Series

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Derek

The enormity wasn’t too much for the Rangers. Featured as part of the Coors Light Stadium Series, they held up their end of the bargain by winning both games. After putting up a touchdown and extra point against the Devils … Continue reading →

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Unlike Marty, Henrik Gets It

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Derek

When yesterday’s first installment of the Coors Light Stadium Series at Yankee Stadium was over, you had two opposite number 30’s of a unique Hudson rivalry giving different assessments of the frigid conditions. Make no mistake about it. The ice … Continue reading →

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Six goal explosion gives Rangers Stadium Series win over Devils

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Derek

On one of the biggest stages, the Battle Of Hudson was renewed at Yankee Stadium for the first part of the Stadium Series. They had a tough act to follow with the Ducks and Kings putting on a good show … Continue reading →

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Rangers trade Del Zotto to Nashville for Klein

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Derek

A day after suffering a bad loss to the Islanders, the Rangers made a move sending defenseman Mike Del Zotto to Nashville for Kevin Klein. The timing was a bit surprising considering they had played better. However, it was no … Continue reading →

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Islanders outclass Rangers in 5-3 win

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Derek

There are always going to be nights like this. When it comes down to it, throw everything out when it comes to this rivalry. Despite two highlight reel Rick Nash goals that had them out to a 2-0 start, the … Continue reading →

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Islanders and Rangers face off for first of three

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Derek

A traditional rivalry will heat up the last 11 days of January. Starting tonight, the Islanders and Rangers will battle each other three different times. The first installment is at Madison Square Garden with heavy snow falling. Part II is … Continue reading →

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Rangers score four unanswered in rare win at Ottawa

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Derek

Whenever the Rangers visit Ottawa, it’s usually unpleasant. They so rarely win there that I wasn’t expecting much on Hockey Day In Canada. With a special 2 PM start time, I was already an hour into my shift when already … Continue reading →

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