Category Archives: Column

Recognize The History: Classic Rangers teams, players and traditions need to come back

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Derek

In thinking about the atmosphere at last Friday’s special celebration of the 25th Year Anniversary of the 1993-94 Stanley Cup champion New York Rangers, there’s one thing that still stands out. It’s not what you might think. Truth be told, … Continue reading →

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A special night that truly will last a lifetime for legendary ’93-94 Stanley Cup champion Rangers

Posted on February 9, 2019 by Derek

If you were fortunate enough to be at the old building between 33rd and Seventh above Penn Station on what shall forever be a special night, then you witnessed a big part of your sports livelihood at Madison Square Garden. … Continue reading →

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Remembering the ’93-94 New York Rangers 25 Years later

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Derek

I’ll be honest. I have been trying to come up with the words to describe that unforgettable championship team in ’93-94. It’s hard to believe it’s 25 years later. Not officially until June 14 when a special group of New … Continue reading →

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Pierre McGuire embarrasses classy Olympic Champion Kendall Coyne during telecast

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Derek

I have never had much issue with Pierre McGuire before. Even though the NBC hockey analyst who broadcasts between the benches can be over talkative and strange at times, I’ve usually found his reporting entertaining. He provides interesting bits and … Continue reading →

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Buchnevich will not play versus Flyers

Posted on January 29, 2019 by Derek

Hockey is back after a long time off. For the Rangers, they’re finally back at it tonight with the Flyers in town. When we last left off, they were winners of three in a row to enter the bye week … Continue reading →

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The first place New York Islanders

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Derek

☝️☝️☝️ #YesYesYes pic.twitter.com/6npSA8zTjo — New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) January 19, 2019 A quick glimpse of the standings and you’ll probably do a double take. Maybe even a triple take. METRO DIVISION 1.New York Islanders 47 GP 28-15-4 60 Pts 26 … Continue reading →

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Game #45: A furious Quinn blasts Rangers in 7-5 loss to Blue Jackets, Rick Nash Appreciation Night in Columbus the real Highlight

Posted on January 14, 2019 by Derek

Earlier tonight, Jody Shelley caught up with Rick Nash. #CBJ pic.twitter.com/1sROfMWddL — Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) January 14, 2019 I had it all typed out until I didn’t. Damn copy and paste along with quick auto save drafts. I’m not … Continue reading →

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Tis The Season: Christmas brings the World Junior Championship

Posted on December 25, 2018 by Derek

Ho Ho Ho! Merry Christmas you filthy animal! That part in Home Alone is epic. Whatever you celebrate, tis the season. Falalalalalala LaFontaine! Speaking of which, legendary Buffalo Sabres broadcaster Rick Jeanneret is doing okay following a scare during the … Continue reading →

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Why not let Chytil play in the World Junior Championship?

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Derek

As the Rangers prepare for the Coyotes in Game #33 of 82 later at MSG, I can’t help but wonder if Filip Chytil would be better served playing in the upcoming World Junior Championship. The IIHF Under-20 WJC is a … Continue reading →

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Islanders continue to be a surprise

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Derek

When John Tavares chose the hometown Maple Leafs, whose pajamas he wore as a kid, the Islanders were supposed to be not too good. Even in the new era of Lou Lamoriello and Barry Trotz, they were not expected to … Continue reading →

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