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Former Ranger Del Zotto hangs up the skates

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Derek

At one time, Michael Del Zotto was lighting it up on Broadway as a rookie for the Rangers at MSG. That was in 2009-10, when the former 2008 first round pick scored nine goals and finished with 37 points as … Continue reading →

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All-time Bruin Patrice Bergeron calls it a career

Posted on July 25, 2023 by Derek

In the dead of summer, at least for hockey, one of the true gentlemen has called it a career. A day after blowing the candles out on his 38th birthday, all-time Bruin Patrice Bergeron announced his retirement from the NHL. … Continue reading →

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Sabres’ Tribute to legendary play-by-play voice Rick Jeanneret wonderfully done

Posted on April 3, 2022 by Derek

On Friday night at KeyBank Center before a sellout home crowd of 19,070 strong, the Buffalo Sabres celebrated the Hall Of Fame career of broadcasting legend Rick Jeanneret. The voice of the Sabres for over half a century, Jeanneret had … Continue reading →

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Game 666 very Devilish, The Rat strikes again, break up the Senators, Tuukka Rask announces retirement

Posted on February 9, 2022 by Derek

The Devils played Game 666 on the NHL schedule last night when they visited Montreal. It was a good omen. Coming off a seventh straight defeat, they turned the tables on the woeful Habs by routing them 7-1. Montreal is … Continue reading →

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Cuylle scores twice, Lundkvist gets winner as Rangers rookies split with Flyers

Posted on September 20, 2021 by Derek

As NHL training camp nears, rookie prospect games are being played at hockey rinks. With the return of Fall on deck, summer will give way to autumn. That means the end of baseball for both the Yankees and Mets. Yes. … 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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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 →

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True Warrior Dan Girardi retires

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Derek

After 13 years, Dan Girardi called it a career today. Once undrafted, he became a fixture on the Rangers defense. One of Glen Sather’s best signings, he developed into a shutdown defenseman who did whatever it took to help the … Continue reading →

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Sedins announce retirement after season

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Derek

They entered the NHL together two decades ago with the Canucks thanks to some wise dealing by GM Brian Burke. The Sedins have spent their entire brilliant careers playing for one franchise in Vancouver. Now, the Swedish Twins Daniel and … Continue reading →

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Dan Boyle to retire as a Shark

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Derek

Dan Boyle will call it a career retiring as a Shark. A look at his career. Continue reading →

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