Tag Archives: Column

Hard Hits: Matthews and Leafs off and running, Bedard living up to the hype, Hockey Lifer Stan Fischler

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Derek

It’s only been the first week of hockey. Auston Matthews already decided to remind everyone how special he is. The superstar led the Maple Leafs to two wins on home ice. He recorded hat tricks in both games to highlight … Continue reading →

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Laviolette should ride Shesterkin early

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Derek

In less than an hour, the Rangers will play their second game of the season when they do battle with the Blue Jackets at Columbus. It’s a good chance to start the Peter Laviolette era with two wins. If they … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere gets ideal start in the first win

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Derek

No player has more attention on him than Alexis Lafreniere. Entering his fourth season, the former 2020 top pick must prove he’s capable of playing a significant role for the Rangers. So far, so good. Following a disappointing preseason, the … Continue reading →

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Former Rangers playoff hero retires, fan favorite Derek Stepan will be fondly remembered

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Derek

Fifteen years ago, the Rangers selected Derek Stepan in the second round of the 2008 NHL Draft with the 51st pick. The former Wisconsin Badger became a fixture as a reliable two-way center on Broadway. On Tuesday, he announced his … Continue reading →

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Long summer nears completion, hockey on deck

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Derek

It’s been a long summer. If you’re a hockey fan anyway. The off-season can feel like two parts. The first is like a bolt of lightning before a storm. That describes the beginning of free agency. In one word, chaotic. … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Retirements of Bergeron, Krejci impact Bruins, The Metro Division continues to improve, Pens’ addition of Karlsson should make it tougher

Posted on August 8, 2023 by Derek

In the dog days of summer, news isn’t as busy for hockey. However, with the recent retirements of Bruins’ legends Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci, there’s a big opportunity for some teams who missed the playoffs last season. Boston subtracted … Continue reading →

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Examining the Aho contract extension with the Hurricanes

Posted on July 31, 2023 by Derek

Last Wednesday, the Hurricanes and Sebastian Aho reached an agreement on a new contract extension that should keep him in Carolina into his mid-30’s. With the Hurricanes captain entering the final year of his current deal that averages out to … Continue reading →

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Stanley Cup could be awarded to Golden Knights tomorrow

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Derek

It’s been a pretty easy ride for Vegas. The Golden Knights are one win away from winning their first Stanley Cup. They can wrap it up tomorrow night at the Fortess against the Panthers. Unlike recent years, the Knights flew … Continue reading →

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Puzzling coaching search continues for indecisive Rangers

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Derek

As we approach Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals tonight in Vegas between the Golden Knights and Panthers, it appears that the Rangers are no closer to making a decision on a new coach. They continue to mystify the … Continue reading →

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Gritty veteran Marc Staal chases Cup with Panthers

Posted on May 27, 2023 by Derek

Back in 2005, the Rangers selected defenseman Marc Staal out of Thunder Bay, Ontario, with the 12th pick. In a late NHL Draft due to the lockout finally ending, I didn’t even know where the Rangers selected. Jury duty called. … Continue reading →

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