Maybe it's nothing more than a marketing ploy to get fannies in preseason seats, but the Tampa Bay Lightning organization deserves a pat on the back for the red carpet greeting for fans and players.Before each of the team's three preseason games at the St. Pete Times Forum, fans are invited to line a red carpet that leads players into the arena. Along the way, Lightning players stop to sign autographs.
On Saturday, after mid-afternoon showers kept me away from the Washington Capitals (paper, ink and water don't mix well), we were among the early arrivers and were able to add a handful (eight) of autographs, including this puck from Lightning goalie prospect Karri Ramo, to the collection.
From what I understand, this approach ends with Monday's preseason tilt against the Detroit Red Wings. Here's hoping that the team reconsiders its stance and makes this a regular pregame attraction.
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