Rick LaFitte

Have loved sports since an early age as both a fan and a participant and eventually was fortunate enough to get into the Sports Radio business. The highlight of my career was being part of Calgary Flames broadcasts at Sportsnet 960 The Fan during their run to the 2004 Stanley Cup Final. I was an on-air personality from 2001 to 2012 at the station and had the pleasure of covering many a game at the Saddledome over that period. In the last few years I've transitioned to sports writing and have been an NHL contributor for RantSports.com and most recently a UFC writer for Today'sKnockout.com.

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Flames' Giordano Proving Worth as One of NHL's Finest

December 17th, 2018 The Calgary Flames continue to be one of the league's hottest teams and a familiar figure is playing a vital role when it comes to their tremendous success so far this season. For the past several campaigns, the Flames' blueline has been spearheaded by the steady presence of veteran warhorse Mark Giordano, and just like a...

Smith's Return to Form a Welcome Sight for Flames

December 12th, 2018 While fans of the Calgary Flames certainly had a right to be quite concerned about the early season struggles of No. 1 goaltender Mike Smith, the good news is that it appears as though the 36-year-old veteran has turned the corner in a major way. Smith, who spent multiple games a few weeks ago serving as a backup to the...

Flames' Top Unit Igniting Potent Attack

December 7th, 2018 If you're looking for a major reason as to why the Calgary Flames find themselves currently sitting atop the Pacific division standings you need to look no further than the outstanding play of their top line . Elias Lindholm continued what's so far been a terrific first year in Calgary by netting both goals in a hard-fought 2-0 triumph...