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.
Author's Posts
Flames' Tkachuk Blossoming as NHL's Most Valuable Agitator
January 7th, 2019 The Calgary Flames once again showcased their remarkable come-from-behind abilities in a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers that guaranteed them of at least a .500 record on this current four-game road trip. The Flames' latest triumph was spearheaded by Matthew Tkachuk, who continues to have a knack for producing timely goals this...
Top 6 Flames Comebacks at Midpoint of Season
January 4th, 2019 While it was far from being a complete 60-minute team effort in Motown, it only seemed appropriate for the Calgary Flames to wrap up the first half of their 2018-19 regular season schedule with a come-from-behind triumph against the struggling Detroit Red Wings. After a lethargic start in which the Flames fell behind 2-0...
Rittich Emerging as One of Flames' Brightest Stars
December 29th, 2018 The breakout campaign for David Rittich shows no signs of slowing as the talented 26-year-old has not only entrenched himself as the top goaltending option for the Calgary Flames, but also as one of their most valuable commodities. He was masterful in a 35-save performance against the Winnipeg Jets as the Flames ended a rare three-game...
Flames Providing Home Faithful With Plenty to Cheer About
December 22nd, 2018 While the Calgary Flames were on the short end of a 5-4 shootout decision against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Dec. 20 to begin their final home stand before the Christmas break, you couldn’t help but think that fans leaving the Scotiabank Saddledome were far more exhilarated than disappointed by what they saw. After all, the sellout...
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...
