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Hughes led Devils get litmus test against Islanders

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Derek

The Devils are off to a good start in this shortened 56-game season. With second-year center Jack Hughes leading the way with six points (2-4-6) including a statement two goal, assist game in a 4-3 win over the Rangers on … Continue reading →

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Kreider is right about this loss being a learning experience

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Derek

AP Photo credit New York Rangers via Getty Images It’s easy to get caught up in the end result. By the end of the night, the MSG scoreboard read: Devils 4 Rangers 3. It would be easy to point out … Continue reading →

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Quinn to stick with lineup for tonight’s Hudson battle between the Rangers and Devils

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Derek

It isn’t a revelation that the Rangers will go with the same lineup that won convincingly over the Islanders this past Saturday. Coach David Quinn usually will stick with what works for the short-term. How can anyone argue this early … Continue reading →

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New look Rangers even younger headed into 2021 season

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Derek

Expectations will be much higher for new starting goalie Igor Shestyorkin and a young, talented Rangers roster featuring top pick Alexis Lafreniere and former first round pick K’Andre Miller. AP Photo by New York Rangers via Twitter Copyright 2021 This … Continue reading →

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Rangers sign first round pick Braden Schneider to AHL contract, Devils re-sign Jesper Bratt

Posted on January 11, 2021 by Derek

In some more local hockey news, both the Rangers and Devils made interesting moves. Each signed a young player. One will be on an NHL roster as expected while the other will get their first taste of pro hockey in … Continue reading →

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Crawford announces retirement from hockey, Wedgewood now Devils backup goalie

Posted on January 9, 2021 by Derek

After taking a few personal days to be with his family, goalie Corey Crawford decided to announce his retirement from hockey. It wasn’t a surprising decision. The 36-year old proud veteran two-time Stanley Cup winner realized that he had nothing … Continue reading →

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As training camp opens, Kreider a sounding board on Lafreniere and Rangers

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Derek

The look on the bench says it all. A wow moment is coming for some new Rangers. AP Photo by New York Rangers via Twitter. "We know we've got the skill. We know we bring a dynamic offensive game. The … Continue reading →

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A good change by NHL on offside rule, the crazy Rangers schedule, Kucherov surgery and WJC

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Derek

One of the biggest gripes over the past few years was how often the offside challenge overturned goals. My view on it was when it’s obvious, that’s what it’s there for. When it becomes confusing for both players, coaches and … Continue reading →

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Larry Brooks appears on WFAN with Chris Moore

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Derek

An hour ago, Larry Brooks made a rare guest appearance on WFAN in New York with Chris Moore. The Hockey Hall of Fame columnist of the New York Post talked plenty of hockey with Moore, who unlike other hosts, loves … Continue reading →

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Hockey Withdrawal Could Last A While

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Derek

I’ll be blunt. I’m not sure if there’s going to be a hockey season. Based on the lack of progress between the NHL and NHLPA, it’s not looking promising for fans of the sport. Don Fehr and Gary Bettman will … Continue reading →

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