Welcome to On the Prowl, a collection of links compiled by LBC and published each Wednesday and Sunday to stories pertaining to the Florida Panthers, their affiliates, and the National Hockey League. Have at it after the jump…
LBC Notes
- Yep…August is indeed here, but none too early to reserve your own personal space at the all-inclusive Litter Box Luxury Suite on Opening Night vs Tampa Bay at the BankAtlantic Center. Check it out and join in the madness.
- Keep those logos rolling in, folks…time is going to shorten up rather quickly.
Panthers News and Analysis
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Stephen Weiss and Colorado Avalanche defensemen Cameron Gaunce will lace up the skates for a charity game on August 18th. YorkRegion.com
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There are definite pitfalls to offer sheets, we might not be looking at a revamped roster had Tallon approached Steven Stamkos. Toronto Star
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A look at the 5 best Canadiens goalies since Patrick Roy. You might want to see who beats out Jaroslav Halak and Carey Price. A Winning Habit
- Hockey’s Future looks at the Minnesota High School draftees, including Kyle Rau and Ed Wittchow. Hockey’s Future
- Spots remain open for Sunshine State Hockey’s gargantuan 2011-12 fantasy league. SSH
- Deals Galore on the horizon for students next season. Club, via Sun-Sentinel
Affiliate News
- Ever curious as to how the American League season schedule takes shape? Everything you need to know. AHL
- The Cyclones have a new opponent. ECHL
The NHL and Beyond
- There are still chances for the Winnipeg Jets to make a splash in free agency. National Post
- …Or as observers may claim: “some baggage”. Free Press
- The Islanders – and their future on Long Island – are facing scrutiny typically saved for us. Sportsnet
- Rangers Faithful ponder the Nassau Coliseum referendum. Blueshirt Banter
- A fine look at the contrasts between Madison Square Garden and the Nassau Coliseum. SI
- So just what did the Canucks do over the past few months? Nucks Misconduct
- Ted Nolan’s found himself a new gig. IIHF
- Peter DeBoer isn’t looking to make major changes as the new coach of the Devils.
Shuffling the lines should be enough. New York Times - More Devs: Trent Hunter and Colin White won’t be wearing red & black much longer In Lou We Trust
- Are the Sabres in line for overall supremacy in the Buffalo sports market? Die By The Blade
- Remember Jon Sim? Man-of-action Garth Snow does. ESPN (OOOPS – Update in comments)
- Indeed, this is Tomas Vokoun’s best chance to win the Stanley Cup. Red Light District
- The next stats fad? “Quick-strike goals”. Defending Big D
- Your 2011 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame entrants. Globe and Mail
- Fantasy season rapidly approaches; here are some early pointers. Fantasy Hockey Scouts
- Ken Campbell offers his obituary on the Atlanta Thrashers. THN
- How is Tampa Bay looking at center? Crowded. Raw Charge
- Dislike for NHL commissioner Gary Bettman? C’mon! Ottawa Citizen
- What’s with the wait on this Shea Weber – Nashville Predators standoff? On The Forecheck
- Phoenix can taste the Cap Floor. CapGeek
- What constitutes news in August. Jewels From The Crown
- Kevin Allen summarizes this summer’s most “aggressive” team makeovers. USA Today
Finally, Happy Birthday to Florida’s Ryan Carter: