WHo needs the NHL
by gmanp on 1/24/13 Amway Center - OrlandoRating: 4 out of 5In the absence of the NHL, it was great to see minor league hockey come back to Orlando. Have attended a few games. This being my 4th of the season so far. It also coincided with the opening night of the NHL after the lockout.
Well I chose to stick with the Solar Bears, instead of running back to that excuse of "other league". And was not disappointed.
We had great seats at half of what we would pay for an NHL game, and the excitement level was there. Great momentum and goal scoring in the first period. The second period was a little slower till the end and we got some on ice drama with some scuffles.
The third period was the best. Energy was at a high, team tied the game. Opposing goalie got mad and ripped net off the moorings, and the crowd was alive and enjoying the game.
We go to OT, and our favorite player, Scott Tanski scores the game winning goal.
Worth every penny spent, and will return for as many games as we can this season. Save your money on Lightning and Panther tickets and go watch some great hockey at reasonable prices.
Go Bears!