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Writing Leads To Internship With The Florida Panthers

For some of us writing for a website such as The Rat Trick,  is about the fun and passion we have for that sport, or because we have something to say.  However there are a few writers who have other…Read More

Erik Gudbranson Showed More Than The Stats Suggest

Erik Gudbranson‘s rookie season was considered a success by many: he managed to hold on to a roster spot for most of the year, he showed glimpses of his fantastic potential on defense, he was fine…Read More

What Can We Expect From Ed Jovanovski?

  With the first pick in the 1994 NHL Entry Draft, the Florida Panthers select defencemen, Ed Jovanovksi. Before being drafted by the Panthers, Jovanovski played his major junior hockey for the Windsor…Read More

Who Is The One Player You Would Want On The Florida Panthers?

   There are always certain times when teams will go out and try to gain a certain players services. Whether it’s on the trade deadline, draft day or free agency, teams are also out trying to…Read More

Who Will Be The Captain Of The Florida Panthers?

A burning question here in South Florida since Bryan McCabe left town in February of 2011, with the roster purge by Dale Tallon.  McCabe was the Panther last player to wear the C, and both coach Peter…Read More

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Sunday Conversation: Three Questions For The Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers won their first division title in team history last season.  It was the first…Read More

Will The Defense Dominate?

Coming into last season, no one really knew how good or how bad the Florida Panthers defense was going…Read More

Great Expectations: Erik Gudbranson’s Sophomore Season

#44 is a rookie no more! Yes, that guy on the Panthers with GQ good looks and the power to smash someone…Read More

What’s Next For Kevin Dineen And The Panthers?

When the Panthers signed Kevin Dineen last May, a lot of questions began to surface. The biggest question,…Read More

Panther Countdown: Ten Wins That Shaped The Season. Game #9, 10/15/11 vs Tampa Bay

Over the coming days, The Rat Trick will take a look back at the 10 regular season wins that played…Read More

Florida Panthers Development Camp Begins Monday July 2nd

The Florida Panthers will hold their annual development camp beginning Monday July 2nd at the Saveology.com …Read More

What The Future Holds For The Florida Panthers

Every single Panther fan wanted change, not only in the locker room, but also with the men in suits.…Read More

A Quick Look At My 5 Best Florida Panther Draft Picks

With the draft just a few short hours away, many of us are wondering who will be the first pick that’s will…Read More

NHL Draft Day. Florida Panthers Motto: In Dale We Trust.

With two very successful drafts under his belt, Dale Tallon enters the 2012 NHL Entry Draft with wide…Read More

Florida Panthers Player Ratings: Krys Barch A Tough Road Ahead

With the 2011-12 season sadly in the rear-view window, it’s once again time for The Rat Trick to take…Read More

What’s In A Number. The Florida Panthers And The History Of 44

  For my first and what could be my only attempt at this for the Florida Panthers, I decided to…Read More

Florida Panther Player Ratings: Erik Gudbranson. Maturing Before Our Eyes

With the 2011-12 season sadly in the rear-view window, it’s once again time for The Rat Trick to…Read More

Florida Panthers: What We Learned In 2011-2012

The 2011-2012 Florida Panthers season suddenly ended last week. While no one enjoys watching their team…Read More

Hard Fought Season Comes To An End

Just like that, the Florida Panthers season quickly and unfortunately came to an end. With the Panthers…Read More

Dale Tallon For GM Of The Year!

On May 17th, 2010 the Florida Panthers hired the architect of the soon to be Stanley Cup Winning Chicago…Read More