10 reasons why Flames fans will fall in love with Eddie Lack
Get ready for the Lack Dance, Calgary!
Among the newest Flames this offseason is Eddie Lack, acquired just last week from the Carolina Hurricanes.
The #Flames have acquired @eddielack & @ryanmurphy24 from the #Canes! https://t.co/cZN9AunPIK
— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) June 30, 2017
The presumed backup to fellow newcomer Mike Smith, Lack has a career .911 SV% and 2.56 GAA over 135 career NHL games.
The 29-year-old also has – perhaps more importantly – a tremendous personality. His interactions and bonds with teammates are plentiful, and well-documented on Twitter.
He is a lover of many things: his family, dogs, Christmas, and of course… tacos!
Here are just 10 of the many reasons Flames fans will fall in love with Eddie.
1. He’s already embracing his new team
CALGARY!!! Deep down I always knew I'd play in a city that appreciates cowboy hats. 🤠
Very excited to join the @NHLFlames 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/6anSmEGt59
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) June 30, 2017
2. …and he’s very sorry about earlier
Oh and sorry for the butt punch, @NHLFlames. No hard feelings?! 😬🤜🍑😂 pic.twitter.com/GUni8Wu2Lb
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) June 30, 2017
3. His unrivalled love for tacos
It’s a well-known fact at this point.
Mood. pic.twitter.com/fIGNkJjoAL
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) March 2, 2016
I don't wanna Taco bout it!! pic.twitter.com/SlYD8EiTQu
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) August 23, 2015
Everybody loves tacos, but nobody loves them more than Lack.
4. His Halloween costume
One question: how can he top that for Halloween this year?
5. He’s always smiling
No lack of smiles from Lack!
6. He’s got a cute dog
Cute dogs are always a nice bonus.
My girl 😍🐶👑 #NationalPuppyDay pic.twitter.com/xR3D66Dhug
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) March 23, 2017
7. He loves everyone
This was a night I'll never forget. I'd like to dedicate this shutout to love, equality and togetherness. #YouCanPlay #HockeyIsForEveryone pic.twitter.com/9Cv2GfSsMZ
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) February 25, 2017
Thanks for sharing your mental health stories everyone. You're all truly amazing people! #BellLetsTalk
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) January 26, 2017
…even those he has to share the crease with.
What a day!! #mario #luigi pic.twitter.com/71THlyYGny
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) November 13, 2014
Happy Valentine's Day u little cutie😉 @strombone1
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) February 14, 2016
8. He found a way to shut down Ovechkin
Trapezoid was invented to slow down Brodeur's stick skills. I say we introduce an Ovizoid to slow down @ovi8!! 😂🏒🔥 #Ovech1Kin pic.twitter.com/Y4hJlhBnr6
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) January 12, 2017
9. He’s just so pure
Seriously, how many NHL players do you know that start their day with a “Good morning world” selfie on Twitter?
I only know one.
Good morning world☺️ pic.twitter.com/fXGRamDhZa
— Eddie Lack🇸🇪 (@eddielack) June 25, 2017
10. The Lack Dance
And of course, one of the great benefits to having Lack on board is getting to see the Lack Dance after every win!
.@eddielack shuffle as the #CANESWIN and extend their point-streak to nine games. #Redvolution #CARvsMTL pic.twitter.com/Npif2I9D0U
— Carolina Hurricanes (@NHLCanes) March 24, 2017