Rats Roundup: Keeper's Debut, Fan Appreciation Week

Good morning and welcome to the latest edition of Rats Roundup!
Brady Keeper made his NHL Debut, Fan Appreciation Week festivities were announced and more! Sit back, relax and catch up on all the latest Panthers news!

Fan Appreciation Week

What better way to celebrate the best fans in the NHL than not by having just one night but a WEEK of fan appreciation!
To honor the most important part of Panthers Territory, during the three home games on Monday, April 1, Thursday, April 4 and Saturday, April 6, fans will be treated to various in-game prizes and giveaways. Players' favorite things baskets will once again be making an appearance and trust us when we say they are fantastic this season.
If you want to snag one of these, participate in an auction and raffle outside of Club Lexus at BB&T Center. Of course, proceeds from the baskets will go to the Florida Panthers Foundation. Items in the baskets include gift cards, electronics, autographed and game worn items and other unique player favorites.

One of the most anticipated home games of the season is "Jerseys Off Our Backs Night", and on April 4, fans will be randomly selected to win a game-worn jersey participate in a presentation on-ice right after the game.
During the final game of the season, Walmart will present Fan Appreciation Night, where there will be giveaways throughout the game with gifts such as tickets to concerts and shows, electronics, gift cards and more. There will also be prizes from:
• Bokamper's
• Fanatics
• Hoffman's Chocolates
• JetBlue
• Koffee Kult
• Riboli Family Wines
• Walmart
As a bonus, there is a special fan appreciation contest where fans can win amazing prizes! Click HEREto enter now and good luck!

Autism Awareness Night

Autism Awareness Night is April 1 against the Washington Capitals at 7 p.m. Panther for a Day Jakob Raab will be dropping the puck prior to the game. A sensory room will also be available for anyone who needs it throughout the night.
Tweet from @soflaford: Jakob you are a real star! Join us and the @FlaPanthers April 1st for Autism Awareness Night. We'll donate $5 to @autismspeaks each time #Ford4Autism & #LIUB is used that night. Buy 🎟 https://t.co/UCHLy4tVwo https://t.co/QzIJniee4k
Get your tickets now and be a part of this special night!

He's a Keeper

On Thursday, newly signed Panther Brady Keeper made his NHL debut, posting one shot, one block and two hits in 12:40 of ice time. What made the debut even sweeter was having family and friends in attendance to experience his first NHL victory.

Keeper recently sat down with Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive on Territory Talk to discuss his inspiring journey from growing up in the small town of Cross Lake, Manitoba to singing an NHL contract with the Panthers. Listen to the episode below and head to
FloridaPanthers.com/territorytalk
to listen to past episodes!

Gettin' Funky

On Saturday, the Cats will be holding their last watch party of the season at Funky Buddha Brewery at 1 p.m.

Fans who donate at least $5 to the Shawn Thornton Foundation will receive happy hour pricing all day long and the foundation will also be auctioning off special Panthers memorabilia. You pretty much can't beat that!
Plus, if the Cats win and you are wearing Panthers gear, you will receive a FREE Gloves Off IPA! Be sure to RSVP HERE and spread the word!

Quick Hitters

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Derek MacKenzie was nominated for the 2019 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.
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Friendly competition bonds Mike Matheson and Emily Pfalzer.
- New sessions for Adult Learn to Play are open! Register HERE.
- Interested in joining the ROAR Corps? See if you have what it takes during special prep classes to learn skating drills and on-ice techniques!
Tweet from @ROARCorps: Interested in joining the ROAR Corps Ice Crew? ���🏒 Come out to the @PanthersIceDen for two prep classes to learn skating drills and on ice techniques. For more information visit https://t.co/m7MokGiaBa pic.twitter.com/nE7BHZUtKr
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The Florida Wildlife Federation hopes to give the panther safe passage.

• Tennis pro John Isner was repping Panthers Territory at the Miami Open this week.

• Congrats to new dad Mark Pysyk!