Dave Hendrickson wrote:
>
> On to some of Vicky's complaints:
> > Kevin's re-cap gives us something more than we can assume from the stats. That
> > it was a team effort back there even though they were only playing four
> > defensemen. "As far as the BC game, I thought the Maine D led by the superb
> > efforts of Alfie, was outstanding." He gives us the entire puzzle while the
> > USCHO commentary gives us pieces to put together ourselves, "the Black Bear
> > goalie rose to the occasion."
> >
>
> As for the D, I used Alfie's own quote about the D clearing the
> rebound.  So
> the D WAS complimented in that regard.  I'd argue that given all the
> excellent
> chances that BC got, perhaps "outstanding" is an overstatement.
>
 
Dave, Dave, Dave --
 
I think you might be just getting a little hypersensitive here!  Can't
we just play together in the sandbox?... ;-)
 
I think you do a great job being objective with your USCHO previews and
game recaps - keep up the good work.
 
I do beg to differ though when you think Maine's D was not outstanding.
Maine employed a defensive scheme whereby everyone on the ice had to
focus on D and only think about offense when it was a clear opportunity.
I realize that BC had quality chances but Maine responded to those
challenges and came away with the tie.  To say that effort is not
"outstanding" is not giving them their just due.  They were very
undermanned and delivered a great performance so give credit where
credit is due.  I, like a lot of others, have been very critical of
Maine's defensive play.  However, when they play a game like that
against a very quality opponent, my hat if off to them.  THE MAINE "D"
WAS OUTSTANDING AGAINST BC!!!!  I'll even shout it from every rooftop
around if I have to... ;-)
 
- Kevin
 
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