Panthers’ Afternoon Nips: NHL Realignment Approved
When the Panthers face off against the Boston Bruins tonight there will be added gravitas to the matchup. The NHL Board of Governors approved the proposed NHL realignment plan which will now go into effect…Read More
Florida Panthers Trade Deadline Update: Versteeg Injury Edition
First Stephen Weiss goes down and now Kris Versteeg? The Florida Panthers must have seriously pissed of the hockey gods. If I had to guess, I would blame it on the institution of the Club Red Section because…Read More
What Should Have Been, Part Two
Today was the day the Panthers were set to open their 2012-2013 road schedule. They were to face off against the Washington Capitals, a team they mightily struggled against but beat out for the division…Read More
What Should Have Been, Part One
Tonight was to be THE night, Opening Night 2012 and the chance to see the Panthers raise their 2011 Southeast Division Champions banner to the newly renamed BB&T Center rafters. The Panthers were…Read More
The Best Of The Rat Trick 2011-2012: Part Two
I hope that you enjoyed our first review covering the Florida Panthers’ season from September to December of 2011. Here I bring you part two that covers January to April of 2012. Enjoy…Read More
Who Are The Best Offensive Players In The Southeast?
Just like every other sports league in the country, the NHL is filled with talent. The National Hockey…Read More
Do The Florida Panthers Have Enough Fire Power?
One thing that’s bothered me all off-season is the depth chart of the Florida Panthers. The…Read More
Who Will Be The Next X Factor For The Panthers?
When you look at every team in not only the NHL, but all other professional sports, they all…Read More
Panther Countdown: Ten Wins That Shaped The Season. Game #6 1/21/12 at Winnipeg
Over the coming days, The Rat Trick will take a look back at the 10 regular season wins that played…Read More
Panther Countdown: Ten Wins That Shaped The Season. Game #7 11/15/11 at Dallas
Over the coming days, The Rat Trick will take a look back at the 10 regular season wins that played…Read More
Peter Mueller – Low Price High Reward
Last July, Florida Panthers’ GM Dale Tallon raised eyebrows when he signed forward Tomas Fleischmann…Read More
What Will The Offensive Lines For The Florida Panthers Look Like?
Every year teams enter the season with a new look. Whether it’s a new coach, new players or new executives,…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
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
Kris Versteeg: Back and Here To Stay!!
It is finally done. Yesterday, Florida Panther fans were given some great news; the team announced…Read More
BREAKING! Kris Versteeg Avoids Arbitration. Signs Four Year Deal With Florida Panthers
Today was the day that Kris Versteeg was scheduled to have his arbitration hearing as it related to…Read More
Panther Countdown: Ten Wins That Shaped The Season. Game #10 10/8/11 at New York Islanders
Over the coming days, The Rat Trick will take a look back at the 10 regular season wins that played…Read More
Florida Panthers Much Needed Stars For Next Season
The Florida Panthers executives entered last offseason with the mindset of completely transforming a…Read More
Kris Versteeg And The Panthers Near Arbitration Date
Kris Versteeg and the Florida Panthers will meet in front of an arbitrator on Monday July 23 to try…Read More





















