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Suicide Watch on All Hallows Eve for Rangers fans

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Derek

It’s suicide watch on All Hallows Eve for Rangers fans. Pavel Buchnevich is a healthy scratch for the second time under coach David Quinn when the Rangers visit the Sharks later tonight. Buchnevich got the only assist on Vladislav Namestnikov’s … Continue reading →

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Pick your favorite scoring line

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Derek

There are plenty of exciting flavors in the NHL that can excite hockey fans when it comes to scoring lines. Much like ice cream, it depends on your preference. Continue reading →

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The best New York team plays in Buffalo

Posted on October 29, 2018 by Derek

There isn’t much excitement in the New York area for sports this winter. You have to look much further to find a compelling team worth following. Continue reading →

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Looking Ahead: How the ‘18-19 Rangers stack up

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Derek

It’s never easy to assess a rebuilding team. Coming off their worst season in over a decade, the Rangers are a team in transition. Expectations aren’t that high as in years past. Fans should be realistic about what to expect. … Continue reading →

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Awful job by the Rangers bridging Spooner while disrespecting Hayes

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Derek

Let’s be honest here. You’re telling me it makes sense to bridge two unproven players you acquired last deadline to identical contracts?!?! I’m not buying it. It was bad enough the Rangers gave the inconsistent Vladislav Namestnikov two years at … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Hayes is the best center on the Rangers, Pay him!

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Derek

Let me start off by saying what’s been on my mind for a while. How long exactly? Try since February of last season. There are many different perspectives on what needs to happen going forward for the Rangers. I’m here … Continue reading →

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Are the Rangers in or out on the Karlsson trade?

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Derek

Last night, rumors swirled that Ottawa and Tampa Bay had agreed in principle to a trade involving Erik Karlsson. Of course, it was refuted by reliable TSN source Elliotte Friedman. https://twitter.com/friedgehnic/status/1015064226325413888?s=21 Quite honestly, I’ve had enough of the Karlsson stuff. … Continue reading →

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Hard Hits: Ovechkin and Caps silencing critics

Posted on June 3, 2018 by Derek

Through three games of the most unpredictable Stanley Cup Final, it’s Alexander Ovechkin and the Caps needing just two more wins to capture the franchise’s first Cup. In a virtuoso performance following a bizarre introduction from game show host Pat … Continue reading →

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Stamkos praises ex-Rangers vets following second round win over Bruins

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Derek

Former Captain Brayden Point (@BraydenPoint19) had a goal in the Bolts 3-1 series clinching Game 5 win over Boston. Good luck to Pointer & the @TBLightning in the NHL Eastern Conference Final pic.twitter.com/vZoWOpNudL — Moose Jaw Warriors (@MJWARRIORS) May 6, … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Former Rangers having impact for Lightning

Posted on May 6, 2018 by Derek

When Ryan McDonagh and J.T. Miller were traded to the Lightning at the very end of the trade deadline, they went from a hopeless situation on Broadway to a pressure packed one in Tampa. No stranger to deep runs in … Continue reading →

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