Eric Perrin Interview From Undrafted to Stanley Cup Champion & Liiga Legend

Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and 2004 Stanley Cup Champion Eric Perrin joins Backchecking the Bolts for an in-depth interview covering one of hockey’s most unique career journeys.Eric discusses his path from the University of Vermont to professional hockey after going undrafted, eventually earning his opportunity with the Lightning and becoming part of Tampa Bay’s historic 2004 Stanley Cup championship team.The conversation also dives into his remarkable European hockey career, including his time in Finland’s Liiga, where he became the highest-scoring foreign-born player in league history. Eric shares stories from his NHL career, adapting to European hockey, playing overseas, and what it took to build a long and successful professional career.If you enjoy Tampa Bay Lightning history, NHL interviews, hockey podcasts, and stories of perseverance in professional hockey, this episode is for you.For more information on the Dayton Ice Arena and the programs offered, please visit:https://daytonaicearena.com/To follow the University of Vermont men's hockey program, click the link below:https://uvmathletics.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey#TampaBayLightning #GoBolts #StanleyCup #TBLightning #Liiga #GoCatsGo #UVM