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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

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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