Tag Archives: Leon Draisaitl

Rangers finally back from vacation to face Oilers

Posted on October 12, 2019 by Derek

Believe it or not, there’s a game this afternoon for the Rangers! It feels like they took a vacation. I kid. But really, what kind of schedule is this? You have teams that played four games already while the Blueshirts … Continue reading →

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2019-20 NHL PREVIEW: Is it time to crown a new champion?

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Derek

The storyline for the 2019-20 NHL season is one of great anticipation and theatre. Last season, it was the St. Louis Blues, who came out of nowhere to deliver their first Stanley Cup. They’re ready to celebrate on Wednesday by … Continue reading →

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Lias Andersson should play in these games

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Derek

Sorry. There won’t be a recap of tonight’s 3-2 overtime loss in Edmonton. There’s no point. Speaking of which, that’s all the Rangers do these days is get one lousy point due to the lame NHL system. So, they’re now … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Make Hockey Great Again

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Derek

Okay. Before you stop and cringe at the cheesy title, let me just point out that it was the easiest thing I could come up with. Basically, the first thing that entered my mind, I used. Why do we need … Continue reading →

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Rangers host McDavid Oilers at 1 PM

Posted on October 13, 2018 by Derek

This afternoon, the Rangers look to make it two in a row when they host the Oilers at The Garden. The game is one of those early 1 PM starts on a busy Saturday that includes a couple of other … Continue reading →

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Nash stars in latest win extending Rangers’ streak to six in a row

Posted on November 11, 2017 by Derek

It’s funny how things work out. In my last piece, I discussed how Rick Nash deserved better than the four goals he had- expressing confidence that he’ll turn it around. Low and behold, Nash was front and center in the … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts: A boring NHL summer

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Derek

Even in a dull summer, there are plenty of NYR thoughts and hockey ones. Continue reading →

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News and Notes: Girardi close with Lightning, McDavid big contract, offer sheeting Draisaitl

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Derek

New Post: The Eve of July 1 for Rangers and hockey fans

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Islanders fall 4-3 to Oilers in shootout for third straight home loss

Posted on November 6, 2016 by Derek

The Islanders lost a tough one in a shootout 4-3 to the Oilers. #NYIslanders Continue reading →

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Game #11 Preview: Talbot leads first place Oilers into MSG against hot Rangers

Posted on November 3, 2016 by Derek

New Post: A good look at Talbot and #Oilers who will challenge #NYRangers in battle of hot teams. Continue reading →

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