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What ever happened to Andy Rogers?

John Fontana Oct 29 2012, 5:46p

The former 1st round draft pick who never played in the NHL, now appears to be out of hockey.

Midday Minutia - The One That Got Away

Carl Putnam Five For Howling Jun 20 2011, 3:00p

The Phoenix Coyotes have lacked scoring punch for the last decade or so. A look at a player they drafted that could have helped.

Reflections on past Lightning draft classes part 2 -- 1993 to 1997

John Fontana Jun 16 2010, 12:01p

From 1993 until 1997, the Lightning largely suffered a draft-drought. There was talent selected, but they never quite lived up to expectations...

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Cycle like the Sedins Interview / 2009 NHL Draft perspective

posted by John Fontana, Jun 11, 2009

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Just a heads up on an interview that Cycle Like The Sedins did with me regarding the 2009 NHL draft and the Lightning. From discussing draft steals and blunders (both of which fell into Phil Esposito's lap) to discussing Tavares or Hedman, a lot of bases are covered in the post.

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Lightning's 1st-round selection history for D-men a shaky one

John Fontana Jun 3 2009, 1:39p

The Tampa Bay Lightning's 1st round selection history when it comes to D-men has been shaky at best. Would Victor Hedman be able to break the tradition of mediocrity?

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