Tag Archives: 1994

Sam Rosen Day A Success for Rangers

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Derek

Sam Rosen has had a memorable broadcasting career calling Rangers games for 40 years on MSG Network. The voice of the Rangers, he was honored by the team in a recent home game against the Canucks. This one will last a lifetime for fans. Continue reading →

Posted in Column, NYRangers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sam Rosen to hang up the mic after 2024-25 season

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Derek

For four decades, Sam Rosen has been the voice of the New York Rangers. The longest active broadcaster in the NHL will hang up the mic after the 2024-25 season. He made the announcement last Tuesday. Originally a studio host … Continue reading →

Posted in Battle News, NYRangers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

League Needs to Change the Schedule

Posted on March 31, 2024 by Derek

On Easter Sunday, the Rangers are one of 30 NHL teams that have off to celebrate the holiday. There’s only one game later this afternoon when the Ducks take on the Canucks in Vancouver. At least they get it right … Continue reading →

Posted in Column | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

HARD HITS: A Father’s Day Hockey Celebration

Posted on June 19, 2022 by Derek

By show of hands, how many fans got into hockey due to their Dad’s? It might not apply to all. But there are certainly plenty of hockey fans who love the sport because our fathers taught us about it. On … Continue reading →

Posted in Column | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Final Four: Awful Officiating a factor in Lightning Game 2 Win over Islanders, Remembering Amirante Anthem in ’94, Rangers still haven’t made Gallant hire official

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Derek

Let’s start off this post by recognizing what’s going on. The Stanley Cup Semifinals have begun. Or the Final Four. Personally, I prefer the latter. It doesn’t matter that it’s been used for the NCAA Basketball Tournament forever. It just … Continue reading →

Posted in Column, NYRangers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Battle News, Devils, NHL | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Coming to grips with a gut wrenching moment

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Derek

Life can be funny sometimes. It truly can be mysterious and unpredictable. Take the date May 25th. In 1994 on one memorable hot Spring night, that meant captain Mark Messier delivering on his promise by leading the Rangers back from … Continue reading →

Posted in Battle Of Hudson, Column, Devils, NYRangers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Podcast Episode 2: More in depth on the all-time great goalies, plus commentary on Lindros, Bure and a little ’94 Rangers

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Derek

Last night on my YouTube Channel, I recorded my second episode of the Podcast. In it, I continued to go through the careers of Martin Brodeur, Dominik Hasek and Patrick Roy. Also included a few of the all-time greats from … Continue reading →

Posted in Podcast | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Georgiev gives up late goal to Myers in tough loss to Canucks, Rangers go 0 for 3 in Western Canada, Kreider Appreciation, Vancouver Retro 90’s Night invokes memories

Posted on January 5, 2020 by Derek

Marc Staal battles a Canuck along the boards. AP Photo credit Vancouver Canucks via Getty Images Encouraging is that unlike the first two games, they played well in Vancouver. However, the Rangers still managed to lose a tough one to … Continue reading →

Posted in NYRangers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Column, NYRangers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments