When Lightning and Panthers meet

“How could you possibly root for the Panthers?!?” a friend asked, fully aware of my long-standing Lightning allegiances.  He was disgusted at the thought.  Far be it from me to elaborate on why I cheer for the Panthers… until now.  Continue reading When Lightning and Panthers meet

Come up with new Lightning slogan and WIN FREE BEER!!!

As all of you know, I work in a bar and sell drinks for a living.  As many of you also know, and have witnessed firsthand, I work in a high-volume bar which means I sell a LOT of drinks Continue reading Come up with new Lightning slogan and WIN FREE BEER!!!

One last Stanley Cup celebration for the ages (until the next one)

Sorry, this post has been delayed.  We’ve been celebrating Lord Stanley for two straight weeks.  Here goes our official recount… as we recall. Walking into a stadium felt odd.  After all, it’s been almost a full calendar year since any Continue reading One last Stanley Cup celebration for the ages (until the next one)

Five Overtimes? Why Not?

Breathe. The top-seeded Tampa Bay Lightning got swept out of last year’s NHL Playoffs in the opening round by the Columbus Blue Jackets. Breathe. Those 2018-19 Lightning, who were the league favorite to win the Stanley Cup, ended up making Continue reading Five Overtimes? Why Not?

Closing thoughts from an embittered Lightning fan (Parental Advisory Explicit Lyrics)

“There’s no comfort in the truth, pain is all you’ll find” -George Michael, Careless Whisper   Please allow me to vent.  And if you live in the Tampa Bay area and have just suffered through the highest of highs only Continue reading Closing thoughts from an embittered Lightning fan (Parental Advisory Explicit Lyrics)

Lightning hits Augusta, misses Columbus altogether

It was the best of Sundays, it was the worst of Sundays.  Waking up to bacon, cinnamon rolls and fresh-brewed coffee in bed is never a bad thing, especially when the hearty meal accompanies a day chock full of championship Continue reading Lightning hits Augusta, misses Columbus altogether

SportsChump’s First Annual March (Through June) Madness Pick ‘Em Contest

Three big tournaments are upon us and for the first time in a long time, there are three overwhelming favorites to win all three. March Madness is only days away with Zion Williamson and the Duke Blue Devils under a Continue reading SportsChump’s First Annual March (Through June) Madness Pick ‘Em Contest