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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · 9h

Approaching kickoff of the #Panthers and Cowboys…your week 6 score predictions from me…and me. #MikevsMike

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · 3d

Carolina Hurricanes open the season vs New Jersey. I chatted with head coach Rod Brind’Amour ahead of the opener.
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HURRICANES ROD BRIND'AMOUR - Part 1

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · 22d

#Panthers score predictions for week 3…from both sides of the matchup. You can see this full segment (not just the predictions), every Friday on Chevrolet Sports Night on Spectrum News 1

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Aug 23

That’s pretty good!

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Jul 11

Retired tennis pro John Isner is keeping an eye on the #Canes and likes what he is seeing this offseason.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Jul 7

Hope you give it a listen, always a good time hanging with the fellas talking puck.

The Storm Cellar @stormcellar97.bsky.social · Jul 7

Spectrum News 1 Charlotte sports director @mikesolarte.bsky.social joined us to talk free agency, particularly Miller, Ehlers, and Morrow.

Mike brings the knowledge and runs down what we’re in for!

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The Storm Cellar @stormcellar97.bsky.social · Jul 7

Spectrum News 1 Charlotte sports director @mikesolarte.bsky.social joined us to talk free agency, particularly Miller, Ehlers, and Morrow.

Mike brings the knowledge and runs down what we’re in for!

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

open.spotify.com/episode/3o77...

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Podcast Episode · The Storm Cellar · 07/07/2025 · 1h

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Jun 15

Happy Father’s Day to the dads out there! Enjoy your day, fellas

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Jun 5

Greensboro Gargoyles hired Scott Burt as their first ever head coach Wednesday. Check out Sports Night for our chat with the new guy coming to the Triad. 10:30pm. Be there.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · May 27

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · May 21

Lucky to capture this moment on Sunday. This is Scottie Scheffler’s son standing, for what appears to be the first time on his own. Mom is blown away. So adorable.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · May 18

Just ask him. Great guy, sure he’d be willing to chat.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 28

I think the bigger question is why is a member of the WH press corps asking that question in the first place?

It’s like someone asking me my thoughts on nuclear fission.

Embarrassing.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 22

Just trying to help the people, my friend.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 21

If you signed up, and have NOT filled out your bracket, you have today to complete!!!

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 9

bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/4...
Password Puckheads!

Can you predict the #Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Choose Wisely

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 19

From what I was told, we had 600 presale tickets, and on Friday, *1000* in walk up ticket sales!!!! Thank you to all who helped support our efforts!!! So incredible how hockey never fails to deliver.

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 18

If you’re in Winston-Salem, like hockey and dogs, then spend Friday with me and first responders as we raise money for Forsyth Humane Society! 7pm at the Fairgrounds Annex!

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 18

If you’re in Winston-Salem, like hockey and dogs, then spend Friday with me and first responders as we raise money for Forsyth Humane Society! 7pm at the Fairgrounds Annex!

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 17

Matchups are set! Sign up today, and let’s have some fun! Free to play!

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 9

bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/4...
Password Puckheads!

Can you predict the #Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Choose Wisely

bracketchallenge.nhl.com

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 11

Hey hockey friends! Sign up, and let’s have some fun in the playoffs! Info below.

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 9

bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/4...
Password Puckheads!

Can you predict the #Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Choose Wisely

bracketchallenge.nhl.com

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 10

NEWS: Charlotte FC will be without Wilfried Zaha this week following thumb surgery on Monday. Dean Smith hopeful Zaha can return next week.

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 10

Reminder ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 8

Stanley Cup Bravket Challenge group created!!!
NHL dot com site!

Group:
Solarte Cup Social Challenge league
Password: Puckheads! (Capitalize the P)

Sign up today!!!! FREE!!!

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 9

bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/4...
Password Puckheads!

Can you predict the #Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Choose Wisely

bracketchallenge.nhl.com

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 8

Join my 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket Challenge League

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Can you predict the #Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Choose Wisely

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 8

Stanley Cup Bravket Challenge group created!!!
NHL dot com site!

Group:
Solarte Cup Social Challenge league
Password: Puckheads! (Capitalize the P)

Sign up today!!!! FREE!!!

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Mike Solarte @mikesolarte.bsky.social · Apr 8

Hmmmm…had not…let me investigate, and I’ll let you know. #intriguing

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