Lloyd Poast

Lloyd Poast is an up-and-coming freelance writer with interests in everything from sports to fantasy fiction. He currently resides in Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada.

Recent Posts By Lloyd Poast

William Wirtz vs. Dollar Bill

Bill Wirtz, the long time owner of the Chicago Blackhawks, was a classic case of schizophrenia in its most tragic, satirical form. For some, he will always be the highly respected William Wirtz, who absolutely loved the game of hockey and did all he could for the good of the sport. For many others (especially the hometown Blackhawks fans) he [read more...]

NHL Goes Camping

School's officially in session throughout the NHL, and the time for that age old battle between rookies and veterans is upon us. It can be an all out civil war, wherein the intense competition for the few available jobs can lead to brawls and injuries within the team.This is the only time of the year where every team has a [read more...]

Blackhawk Rising

Everyone loves the excitement and challenges of a new beginning. There's something exhilarating about witnessing a spark in its early formative stage and seeing it grow into something truly special. The Chicago Blackhawks may now be at that crossroads between mediocrity and a shooting star.The Blackhawks, whose logo has been ranked among the most attractive in all pro sports, are [read more...]

Remember Me? America's Other League

"Summertime Blues," that old Eddie Cochran classic, is the perfect theme for a hockey fan in mid summer. Although the NHL (and hockey in general) has some catching up to do in terms of popularity with the other major sports in the US, there is a small, but extremely dedicated fan base that feels a certain emptiness this time of [read more...]