Tampa Bay Lightning forward Vladislav Namestnikov gave an interview in Russian discussing his experience with Team Russia, life in Tampa, and the dynamic between GM Steve Yzerman, coach Jon Cooper, and the players. We’re lucky to have translators on staff to help us understand what he said. “Our arena is full at every game. Tickets are sold out a few days before the games... The atmosphere is crazy even at regular games, to say nothing of playoffs.” [Raw Charge]
J.T. Brown is enjoying using a gaming platform to engage with fans.