Getting to Know Me, TRT’s newest staff writer!
Well Panther fans, we’re still locked out. That stinks, I know. However, I’m happy to introduce myself as the newest Staff Writer here for “The Rat Trick”. In this article, I plan…Read More
The Best Of The Best: Coaches In The Southeast
Let’s be honest, right now there are some serious concerns and questions going on throughout the National Hockey League about yet another potential lockout. Unfortunately that is where all the news…Read More
A Look At The Many Faces Of Kevin Dineen
The Florida Panthers entered last season with a completely revamped roster of players, most of which had been signed as free agents by general manager Dale Tallon. After years of dealing with the expressionless…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
Will The Defense Dominate?
Coming into last season, no one really knew how good or how bad the Florida Panthers defense was going to be. Many wondered is Brian Campbell really worth the seven million dollars the Panthers are paying…Read More
Florida Panthers, To The Fourth Power!
There is no question that most Florida Panthers fans would agree that the team needs to score more goals.…Read More
A Different Perspective On Two Teams I Follow. The Blackhawks & The Panthers
No secret to anyone who is a regular reader of this site, and many of you wonder how I can handle…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
Florida Panther Review: Jose Theodore. Better Than You Expected
With the 2011-12 season sadly in the rear-view window, it’s once again time for The Rat Trick to take…Read More
Are You Satisfied? Time To Raise Expectations As A Florida Panther Fan. Don’t Settle.
As the conference finals are underway being a Florida Panther fan probably leaves you feeling one of…Read More
Florida Panthers Players Ratings: Jason Garrison
With the 2011-12 season sadly in the rear-view window, it’s once again time for The Rat Trick…Read More
Panthers Top 3 Players During 2011-2012 Season
It’s now officially set in. The 2011-2012 Florida Panthers season is over. I still find myself asking…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
Kevin Dineen Robbed Of Jack Adam’s Award Nomination
The Jack Adams Award, awards “the coach adjudged to have contributed the most to his team’s success”…Read More
A Game 7 For The Ages. My Observations From The Top
I needed a day. I actually probably need a week, but my commitment and obligation to this site,…Read More
Stanley Cup Qtr. Final Game 7. Devils vs. Panthers: No Retreat, No Surrender.
GAME DAY SONG: NO SURRENDER It seems that whenever the Florida Panthers have had their backs against…Read More
Stanley Cup Qtr. Finals Game 5 Preview: Devils vs.Panthers. Backs Against The Wall.
Seems like that’s how it’s been lately for the Florida Panthers. Most every game that…Read More
Qtr. Final Game 4 Preview: Panthers vs. Devils: Take Control
Coming off what was most likely the best comeback story in the history of the Florida Panthers, game…Read More
Did The Panthers Beat The Devils At Their Own Game?
After getting severely outshot in the first period of game one of their series, and falling…Read More
Quick Recap: A Night Of First’s As Panthers Defeat Devils
In their own special way the Florida Panthers beat the New Jersey Devils in thrilling fashion by a score…Read More





















